Senior Trade Compliance Strategist

Kontoor Brands; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kontoor Brands is seeking a Senior Trade Compliance Specialist to ensure US/Canada regulatory adherence and act as a strategic advisor across the business. You will oversee Import/Export, Supply Chain Security, and Special Programs while driving governance, risk mitigation, and cost savings.

The role requires leadership without direct reports, mentorship, and collaboration with Legal, Sourcing, Finance, and Logistics to optimize duties and compliance frameworks.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive Trade Compliance experience with Customs authorities.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, or related field.
• Active Customs Broker License (CBL) required.
• Expertise in at least two Trade Compliance areas (Import/Export, FTZ, Duty Drawback, First Sale, FTAs, CTPAT).
• Knowledge of U.S. and Canadian customs regulations.
• Experience developing compliance processes, controls, and mitigation plans.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder-management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Power BI and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Bridge operational trade compliance with strategic business objectives.
• Develop governance processes, internal protocols, and controls.
• Advise management on high-risk issues and mitigation plans.
• Identify regulatory risks and implement preventative protocols.
• Influence sourcing, procurement, and supply chain strategies via compliance expertise.
• Represent Kontoor Brands in discussions with customs authorities and industry groups.
• Mentor team members and provide training on compliance matters.
• Lead automation initiatives to increase compliance efficiency.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Risk assessment

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

ACE

CARM

Integration Point

SAP

Power BI

Excel

SharePoint

Outlook

Job description

Kontoor Brands is seeking a Senior Trade Compliance Specialist to ensure US/Canada regulatory adherence and act as a strategic advisor across the business. You will oversee Import/Export, Supply Chain Security, and Special Programs while driving governance, risk mitigation, and cost savings.

The role requires leadership without direct reports, mentorship, and collaboration with Legal, Sourcing, Finance, and Logistics to optimize duties and compliance frameworks.