Global Trade Compliance Director

Shaw Industries • Dalton, GA

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About The Position

The Global Trade Compliance Director will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s global trade compliance program. This role combines operational leadership and strategic counsel to ensure adherence to international trade laws, customs regulations, and supply chain security standards. The position will collaborate across business functions and with external partners to optimize compliance and efficiency in cross-border transactions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, international trade, law, or related field.
• 9+ years’ progressive experience in global trade compliance, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Certified Customs Broker license required.
• Demonstrated experience with US and international trade controls (EAR, OFAC, Customs), Mexico’s IMMEX, USMCA, C-TPAT, BAA/BABA.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Proficient in relevant software (MS Office Suite).
• High level of emotional intelligence and independent thinking.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications in trade compliance (e.g., Certified Global Sanctions Specialist, Certified Customs Specialist) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee global trade compliance strategies, policies, and procedures, with an initial focus on CTPAT and First Sale programs.
• Provide strategic guidance on US and international trade regulations, including import/export laws, tariff classification, valuation, country of origin, and preferential trade programs.
• Support compliance activities of the broader Trade Compliance team: classification, licensing, documentation, audits, risk assessments, and mitigation.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise on impacts to business operations.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (legal, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, logistics) and external partners.
• Manage responses to government inquiries, enforcement actions, and voluntary disclosures.
• Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required (up to 35%).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees