Shaw Contract EMEA · 1 week ago
Global Trade Compliance Director
Dalton, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
9+ years expShaw Contract EMEA is seeking a Global Trade Compliance Director to lead the development and implementation of their global trade compliance program. This role involves ensuring adherence to international trade laws and collaborating with various business functions to optimize compliance in cross-border transactions.
Building Materials
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%)
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Certifications in trade compliance (e.g., Certified Global Sanctions Specialist, Certified Customs Specialist) preferred
Company
Shaw Contract EMEA
Shaw Contract believes innovative design inspires change. The way we live, work, think, create and heal - all made better by design.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase