Senior Director, Trade and Customs

Nike•Beaverton, OR

About The Position

You’ll join Nike’s Global Supply Chain Planning & Operations team, leading Trade & Customs. This team partners with geographies and cross-functional stakeholders to shape Nike’s trade strategy. You’ll manage a global team, report to senior leadership, and collaborate with legal, government affairs, and operations groups to deliver compliance and innovation. Nike is seeking a strategic leader with deep expertise in global trade and customs. This individual thrives in complexity, navigates geopolitical risk, and influences senior executives. They combine regulatory knowledge with operational excellence, driving compliance and cost optimization while inspiring a high-performing team. Success requires strong governance skills, financial acumen, and the ability to lead global initiatives through collaboration and influence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics/Supply Chain, International Trade or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
10+ years of experience in trade compliance, supply chain management, sourcing, or trade legal within a global company
10+ years of people management experience, including global and virtual teams
Regulatory expertise and risk evaluation skills across Nike’s Global Trade network: Customs Valuation & Assist methodologies
Harmonized Tariff Schedule and labeling analysis for AP, FW & EQ
Free trade program rules of origin and compliance
Sanctions compliance / Restricted Party Screening
Anti-Forced Labor
Customs agency enforcement
Import & Export Declaration requirements & audit
Trading company global structure and Country of Import agreements
Materials Buy/sell
Trade data analysis
3rd Party Partner Management
Trusted Trader program requirements
Portfolio governance

Nice To Haves

U.S. Customs Broker License strongly preferred
Global/International experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Co-lead Nike’s Trade Center of Excellence and Global Trade Executive Steering Committee
Sponsor and implement trade capability initiatives, including Global Import Export programs and Restricted Party Screening
Drive global trade network engagement and portfolio prioritization
Lead cost impact assessments and executive summaries for changing trade regulations
Manage global trade data collection, analysis, and stakeholder communication
Set compliance training strategies for factories, PMO offices, and internal teams
Advocate for trade programs that optimize savings and compliance across Nike’s ecosystem

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