Director, Global Trade Compliance & FTA Strategy

Gateway Recruiting; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Gateway Recruiting seeks a Director of North America Trade Compliance and Programs to lead compliance programs for the US, Mexico, and Canada. You will guide IMMEX, HTS/ECCN classifications, and origin determinations while coordinating with legal, engineering, and supply chain teams.

Responsibilities include developing FTA qualification strategies, overseeing data governance in ERP and trade systems, and managing risk related to tariffs and screening. Travel up to 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in international trade, customs, or supply chain.
• Deep knowledge of HTS, 19 CFR, and USMCA origin rules.
• Significant IMMEX compliance, audit experience, and systems experience.
• US Customs Broker License and/or PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tariff classification and defensible product classifications.
• Develop and audit FTA qualification strategies and origin determinations.
• Lead and mentor a team of customs professionals.
• Ensure IMMEX regulatory reporting across facilities.
• Govern master data in ERP and trade systems (HTS, ECCN, COO).
• Mitigate risk for tariffs, anti-dumping duties, and screenings.
• Define global trade strategy, controls, and KPIs; liaise with brokers.
• Travel up to 10% as required.

Skills

International trade

HTS/U.S. regulations

Leadership

IMMEX compliance

FTA strategy

Risk management

ERP/SAP knowledge

Education

US Customs Broker License

PMP certification

Tools

SAP

Trade Flow

ECCN/HTS tools

Job description

Gateway Recruiting seeks a Director of North America Trade Compliance and Programs to lead compliance programs for the US, Mexico, and Canada. You will guide IMMEX, HTS/ECCN classifications, and origin determinations while coordinating with legal, engineering, and supply chain teams.

Responsibilities include developing FTA qualification strategies, overseeing data governance in ERP and trade systems, and managing risk related to tariffs and screening. Travel up to 10% is expected.