US Trade Compliance Director P&S/Resideo

Director of North America Trade Compliance and Programs 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, 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. Resideo is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. For more information on applicable U.S. equal employment regulations, refer to "EEO is the Law" poster, "EEO is the Law" Supplement Poster, and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. Resideo complies with applicable equal employment laws in all countries where we do business. For more information on how we process your information in the job application process, please refer to Recruitment Privacy Notice. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, please use Contact Us form for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Resideo