Vice President, Trade Compliance, Logistics

National Black MBA Association; Framingham, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 189,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

401(k) match

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

TJX Companies is seeking a Vice President of Trade Compliance to direct the U.S. divisions global importing and supply chain security programs.

You will govern regulatory adherence, engage government agencies, and embed compliance into cross-border workflows to mitigate risk. The role requires a strong track record in auditing, leadership, and communication skills, with a bachelor’s degree and extensive regulatory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years of experience in regulatory compliance preferred.
• Experience leading trade compliance professionals/teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct TJX’s U.S. divisions global importing and supply chain security programs.
• Govern compliance internal controls, policies and procedures.
• Lead risk management strategies and regulatory adherence.
• Engage with government agencies, regulators, and external counsel.
• Embed trade compliance into cross-border logistics workflows.
• Maintain awareness of best-in-class trade compliance processes.

Skills

Auditing

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CBP Broker License

Job description

Job Description:

At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores—TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.

The Opportunity: Contribute To The Growth Of Your Career.

The Vice President of Trade Compliance is responsible for directing TJX’s U.S. divisions global importing and supply chain security programs. This role is responsible for governance to international trade laws and regulations, adherence to government programs, mitigating regulatory risk, and optimizing cross-border logistics.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Oversee governance of compliance internal controls, policies and procedures, applying deep regulatory expertise and sound judgment to make timely decisions across a rapidly changing retail product mix and regulatory environment
• Ensure Legal Compliance / Statutory adherence to U.S. and global trade regulations.
• Lead Risk Management strategies to identify, access, and manage through risk assurance methodologies.
• Maintain partnerships internally and externally to embed trade compliance into TJX cross-border logistics supply chain workflows.
• Primary authority to engage with government importing agencies, regulatory authorities, and external counsel for Trade Compliance.
• Maintain awareness of best-in-class trade compliance importing regulatory adherence and risk assessment business processes and Global Trade systems and apply this knowledge to TJX.

Who We Are Looking For: You.

Must Have

• Proven history of ensuring auditing programs meet reasonable care standards and post entry filing regulatory requirements
• Expertise in determining applicable government agency filings are complete and meet reasonable care standards
• Prior knowledge and experience working with various office software applications
• Exceptional analytical skills with a problem-solving mindset
• Strong ability to multi-task, work well in a fast-paced environment, and meet critical deadlines
• Proven ability to build, lead, and coach high-performing teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interpret trade regulations to the organization
• Strong problem-solving skills, humility, and continuous desire to learn
• Bachelor's degree required

Nice to Have

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in the Regulatory Compliance field, including 6+ years leading and managing trade compliance professionals/teams
• Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Broker License

Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation/sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs for management; auto/home insurance discounts; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information. In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package.

TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Address:

770 Cochituate Rd

Location:

USA Home Office Framingham MA 770 Cochituate Rd

This position has a starting salary range of $188,800.00 to $245,400.00 per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual incentive as well as long-term incentives.