As Director of North America Trade Compliance and Programs you will lead our customs strategy and compliance with trade regulations with particular focus on US and Canada. This leadership position is responsible for a team of experts in classification, free trade and country of origin determinations, customs and export operations. You will drive team alignment, create strategies to optimize duty savings, and manage compliance across our operations. You'll work closely with business teams to develop and implement effective trade strategies that support our North America supply chain.
You will manage a team of subject matter experts and operations professionals to design, build and execute the strategic direction for trade compliance by:
Process Optimization: Partner with subject matter experts and operations professionals to standardize and optimize global trade activities, policies, and procedures. Maintain trade compliance databases and ensure data integrity across systems.
Duty Savings and Tariff Change Response: Lead initiatives to maximize duty savings through strategic use of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), Duty Drawback, and other duty reduction programs. Monitor regulatory changes and update internal policies accordingly. Analyze transactional trade data to identify risks, trends, and cost‑savings opportunities.
Audit & Accountability: Lead internal audits, risk assessments, and investigations into potential violations. Develop and deliver KPIs and scorecards to measure program performance, drive continuous improvement, and ensure audit readiness.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a key partner to internal teams (Supply Chain, Operations, Tax, Legal, Finance) and external partners to align global trade strategies. Establish global frameworks to support participation in government programs (e.g., C-TPAT, AEO).
Product Classification: Oversee the assignment of Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications for products and commodities.
Senior Support: Serve as the primary backup to the General Counsel for Supply Chain and Trade on trade matters, ensuring continuity of leadership and strategic decision-making.
YOU MUST HAVE:
10 or more years of relevant experience in trade compliance and/or a related discipline.
Proven experience building compliance programs and governance frameworks.
Deep knowledge of customs regulations across North America.
Strong expertise in HTS and EAR classification, Free Trade Agreements, country of origin rules, and import/export regulations.
Experience working in a multinational, matrixed environment that values collaboration and relationship building.
WE VALUE:
Licensed Customs Broker
Bilingual English/Spanish
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights and practical actions.
Expertise working with trade systems, analytics tools, and emerging technologies.
Track record of developing high performing teams and encouraging curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning.
Familiarity with related supply chain compliance areas such as bonded warehousing, FTZs, fast-track programs, Dangerous Goods, Responsible Sourcing, Conflict Minerals, Forced Labor, and DOT regulations.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
Enterprise-Level Impact & Visibility: Lead and shape the North American trade compliance strategy with direct influence on duty savings, risk mitigation, and supply chain resilience, while partnering closely with senior leaders across Legal, Tax, Finance, and Operations.
Strategic Leadership & Team Building: Build, develop, and inspire a high-performing team of trade experts, setting the direction for best-in-class compliance programs, process optimization, and continuous improvement across a complex, global organization.
Career Growth & Thought Leadership: Expand your strategic footprint by driving innovative trade programs, responding to evolving regulatory landscapes, and serving as a trusted advisor and senior backup to executive leadership on critical trade and customs matters.
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About UsResideo Technologies has announced its intention to spin off ADI Global Distribution and establish it as a separate, publicly traded company. Under this plan, ADI will continue its role as a leading global wholesale distributor serving commercial and residential markets, while Resideo will retain its manufacturing and product-solutions business. Upon separation, both companies will operate independently to better serve their respective markets and customers. The spin-off is currently targeted for completion in the second half of 2026, subject to customary conditions.
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Resideo is a global leader in ensuring homeowners are safe, productive and comfortable in their homes. The company became an independent, publicly traded company in late 2018 as a result of Honeywell spinning off its Homes product portfolio and ADI Global Distribution businesses. Resideo’s mission is to provide its customers with integrated, simple solutions for today’s connected home.
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