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3M · 1 week ago

Global Trade Compliance Director

Minnesota, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$228K/yr - $279K/yr

10+ years exp

3M is a global leader in innovation and technology, and they are seeking a Global Trade Compliance Director to oversee international trade compliance across their operations. This role involves developing and executing strategies for import, export, and sanctions, while providing leadership to a distributed team and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

AutomotiveCleaning ProductsConsultingElectronicsEnterprise SoftwareManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop strategic vision and manage operations of the Global Trade Compliance team to ensure 3M’s ongoing compliance with regulations and 3M policy and procedures

Provide leadership, direction and influence globally across the organization in matters related to processes, systems, organization, resources, and compliance

Provide leadership for compliance and improvement projects and initiatives such as ERP solution development, readiness and deployment, audit programs, and developing globally harmonized business policies, standards, procedures and processes

Facilitate strategic and operational planning activities and project prioritization to ensure continuous process improvement

Facilitate and drive compliance throughout the organization via various strategies such as training and awareness, global policies and standards, audits and inspection support, standard work, and outreach

Provide strategic direction and support for regulatory advocacy activities, regulations monitoring and impact assessment, and implementation of regulatory changes into 3M systems and processes

Define and lead the global trade compliance strategy and operating model across import, export, and sanctions

Deliver strategic insights, best practices, and thought leadership to influence Executive/C‑suite decisions

Build, lead, and develop a global team of International Trade Regional Leaders and supporting personnel

Champion compliance culture through supply chain operations

Design and oversee policies, procedures, and controls

Leverage monitoring frameworks, KPIs, dashboards, and continuous improvement plans to elevate compliance performance

Lead risk assessments, internal investigations, audits, and remediation actions; manage disclosures and government communications

Collaborate closely with leaders in Supply Chain, Legal, Risk, Engineering, Tax, Finance, IT to provide guidance and embed compliance in processes and systems

Advise business units on product design, sourcing, distribution, and market-entry decisions to optimize compliance and cost

Drive automation and data enablement in trade processes; lead major ERP and trade system programs (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, SAP GTS)

Oversee system design, implementation, and governance of screening, licensing, classification, and trade analytics tools

Manage large-scale initiatives and budgets (e.g., >$1M), ensuring timely delivery, change adoption, and sustained outcomes

Qualification

Trade ComplianceRegulatory ExpertiseSAP GTSProgram DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsChange ManagementLeadershipCustoms Broker LicenseEARITAR KnowledgeHarmonized Tariff SystemGlobal Trusted Trader ProgramsCommunicationProject Management

Required

Bachelor's degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution

Ten (10) years of experience demonstrated regulatory expertise in Trade Compliance, regulatory affairs, EHS, lab and/or manufacturing function in a private, public, government or military environment with deep knowledge of customs and global partner government agency requirements across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia

Two (2) years of familiarity with enterprise trade systems (e.g., SAP GTS, Descartes) and data/reporting tools

Preferred

Proven success leading global teams and complex programs in matrixed organizations; experience with direct teams of ~15+ a plus

Track record building and scaling enterprise-wide compliance programs, policies, and controls

Skilled at assessing complex, cross-border trade compliance matters and crafting practical solutions

Exceptional executive presence and stakeholder management skills; able to influence and educate across functions

Strong change leadership across large transformations (e.g., ERP implementations)

Deep knowledge of EAR and ITAR export controls and OFAC sanctions

Strong organizational leadership and strategic planning skills using a highly collaborative approach; able to develop relationships across multiple geographies and businesses; ability to work collaboratively within the global matrix of M&SC, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Tax, R&D, Government Affairs, and Sales and Marketing

Demonstrated ability to manage global projects, tasks, deadlines, and changing priorities in a team environment

Experience leading large, complex, global multi-function projects

Proven track record of developing business practical solutions to new and changing regulations with strong ability to influence change with stakeholders

Past participation in industry or trade association consortia addressing trade compliance and risk assessment issues

Ability to represent 3M and influence decisions in regulatory matters relating to trade compliance and transportation regulatory

Strong oral communication skills and demonstrated skill at clear and persuasive written communications

SAP GTS and Dangerous Goods/LEX

U.S. Licensed Customs Broker

Familiarity with Export Administration Regulations

Familiarity with Chemical Weapons Convention

Harmonized Tariff System (HTS) Classification

Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) Classification

Global Trusted Trader Programs

Customs Duty Savings Programs especially Free Trade Agreements

Country of Origin – Preferential and Non-Preferential