Director of trade compliance- latin america region
a mid-sized, privately held supply chain services company is looking to hire a director to lead the trade compliance function throughout the latin america region.
this role will manage both client and vendor relationships, spearhead trade compliance within latam, and work as part of the global trade compliance team to establish best practices throughout the organization.
main responsibilities will include:
oversee all global trade functions across the latam region including import, export, and compliance for live orders
work directly with clients to evaluate their compliance needs, strategize compliance processes, and explain policy requirements
act as subject matter expert on global trade
serve as liaison for regulatory inquiries and perform internal compliance audits
evaluate existing processes and implement best practices where needed
stay abreast of regulatory changes and ensure timely adoption of relevant regulations
advise leadership on regulatory risks and suggestions on how to mitigate
conduct research as needed on global trade regulations
coordinate with business units to ensure compliance with local, regional and global trade compliance requirements
lead and manage global trade compliance team
the director of global trade compliance should possess the following:
10+ years of import/export compliance experience
proficiency in trade compliance customs requirements; some exposure to product compliance also desired
excellent communication skills and ability to present to senior leadership
entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
ability to travel up to 25%
seniority level
director
employment type
full-time
job function
supply chain
industries
transportation, logistics, supply chain and storage and international trade and development
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