Trade Compliance Leader LATAM
Responsible for leading regional import/export operations across Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Colombia), ensuring operational oversight, execution, and alignment with established compliance procedures and departmental objectives. Manages regional personnel, supports operational continuity, and drives increased visibility, structure, and consistency across LATAM operations while coordinating with brokers, logistics, finance, operations, and external partners. Reports to Manager, Global Trade Compliance for Global Trade Compliance located in Brazil and is an on-site role.
In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To
- Manage professional associates across LATAM (Brazil, Mexico, Colombia), with accountability for the performance, execution, and operational results of regional import/export activities within own area of responsibility
- Adapt departmental plans and priorities to address operational and resource challenges, including customs clearance delays, broker performance, and country‑specific execution requirements
- Make decisions and resolve operational issues guided by established policies, procedures, and departmental plans, while escalating issues and receiving guidance from leadership as appropriate
- Provide technical guidance and operational support to associates, brokers, and internal stakeholders regarding import/export processes, customs operations, and compliance requirements
- Apply in‑depth understanding of import/export operations, customs regulations, and regional operational processes, while collaborating cross‑functionally with logistics, finance, regulatory, operations, and external service providers to achieve departmental objectives
- Identify and resolve technical and operational issues related to import/export execution, recognizing the broader impact across regional operations and implementing corrective actions as needed
- Guide and influence internal stakeholders and external partners to adopt consistent operational processes and support aligned execution across the region
The Essential Requirements Of The Job Include
- Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of experience in import/export operations, customs, or trade compliance OR Master’s degree with 7+ years of experience in import/export operations, customs, or trade compliance
- 3+ years of experience managing personnel or regional operational activities across multiple countries
- Strong working knowledge of import/export regulations, customs operations, and broker management processes across LATAM regions
- Experience supporting operational oversight, KPI tracking, reporting, and daily management activities
- Experience coordinating with cross‑functional stakeholders including logistics, finance, regulatory, and operations teams
- Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish; English proficiency strongly preferred
- Experience identifying and resolving operational issues related to customs clearance, broker performance, and regional execution challenges
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements
- Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally within the LATAM region
- Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to lift, move or carry equipment up to [**limit**] lb, and meet other physical requirements
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in
- Experience working within Medical Device, Diagnostics, Life Sciences, or other regulated healthcare industries
- Experience supporting operational standardization, process improvement, or continuous improvement initiatives
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.