Remote International Trade Business Process Lead, NGT Contractor

This leader will be responsible for designing and executing global business processes that ensure compliant, streamlined, and cost-optimized movement of goods across borders. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge of global trade regulations, customs regulations, free trade agreements, import/export requirements and international shipping procedures & documentation. Demonstrated leadership in aligning Tax, FP&A, Trade Compliance, Legal, and Transport functions while building high-performing global teams that drive a digitally enabled supply chain

Be a leader in the design and implementation of the to-be target operating model for international trade processes leveraging SAP S/4 Hana and edge applications

Represent international trade compliance and operations aspects of program globally and work across regions to ensure requirements are accounted for, bring in regional experts when necessary

Drive adoption of industry best practices, pre-configured industry standards and other tools delivered as part of the NGT ERP+ transformation powered by SAP S/4 Han

Coordinate cross-functional partnerships among the Tax, FP&A, Trade Compliance, Legal Transport teams to ensure the analysis, adoption and utilization of the appropriate customs valuation methodology, inter-company transfer pricing in all RL-regional markets.

Ensure compliance with all applicable import/export laws, regulations, and trade sanctions (e.g., EAR, ITAR, OFAC, CBP, EU regulations).

Optimize trade classification processes (HTS, ECCN), licensing, valuation, and origin management.

Maintain and enforce a robust global trade compliance program, including policies, procedures, and internal controls

Facilitate process & system alignment for cross-border logistics and customs clearance processes

Manage trade preference visibility through global processes, language, attribute set & discipline.

Ensure system alignment and regulatory compliance for business processes and outputs related to import/export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and certificates of origin.

Leverage trade compliance software (e.g., SAP GTS, Descartes) for automation and accuracy.

wareness of global trade regulations and communication implications to key stakeholders

Many years experience in international trade compliance, customs global, or global logistics

Proven leadership in managing global trade compliance programs and building cross-regional teams

Deep understanding of product classification, global trade regulations, customs requirements, free trade agreements, import/export requirements and international shipping procedures and documentation at a global fashion or consumer goods company.

pplied experience across North America, Europe and Asia markets

Experience with global trade systems (e.g., SAP GTS, Descartes, etc)

Certifications in International Trade & Trade Compliance preferred

Bachelor's degree in International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Law; Master's degree a plus

Ideal Candidate Will Also Have:

Experience leading international trade transformation initiatives tied to ERP implementations, especially SAP S/4HANA and SAP GTS.

Excellent leadership, communication, and change management skills across matrixed global organizations.

bility to translate policy & strategic directions into process, procedures and instructions.

Recognized expertise in apparel, footwear, or lifestyle consumer goods sectors

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