Director Of North American Foreign Trade (ftz) Compliance

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc

Fort Mill, SC, USA
Hybrid
Foreign trade zone (ftz) compliance
U.s. customs and border protection (cbp) regulations
Ftz operational policies and procedures
Responsible for overseeing all aspects of Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) activities within the organization, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, optimizing operational efficiency, and managing FTZ-related projects to support business objectives

Job Summary

  • Responsible for overseeing all aspects of Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) activities within the organization, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, optimizing operational efficiency, and managing FTZ-related projects to support business objectives.
  • Lead and mentor FTZ staff, providing training and guidance to ensure high performance and regulatory compliance, while coordinating with logistics, supply chain, finance, and legal teams to maximize FTZ benefits and support business goals.
  • You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.

Matching Summary

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) activities within the organization, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, optimizing operational efficiency, and managing FTZ-related projects to support business objectives.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) compliance
  • U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations
  • FTZ operational policies and procedures
  • FTZ staff leadership and mentorship
  • FTZ performance metrics analysis
  • FTZ activation, expansion, and modification projects

Nice-to-have

  • Continuous improvement initiatives
  • Industry trends and best practices
  • Relationships with FTZ consultants
  • Making things better For Those Who Make The World™

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in FTZ operations, customs compliance, or international trade
  • In-depth knowledge of FTZ regulations, CBP requirements, and import/export processes
  • Proven leadership and team management skills
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in FTZ software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite
  • FTZ Operator or Administrator certification preferred
  • Demonstrated experience developing and managing trade compliance programs in a multinational environment
  • Ability to travel as needed (up to 20%)

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