Director, International Trade and Compliance

Company Description

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose is that we elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.

When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team who are empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone is encouraged and empowered to be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength.

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Customs Director to lead our customs operations across multiple operating units. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing teams in both the US and Mexico, with a deep understanding of reconciliation and duty drawback processes. Familiarity with maquila operations and a focus on import to the US and export globally are essential. Experience with USMCA is required, and fluency in Spanish is preferred. An LCB (Licensed Customs Broker) certification is a plus but not mandatory.

Position location: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule based out of Deerfield, IL. Effective mid-2025, Fortune Brands will transition to a new world-class campus in Deerfield, bringing together associates from across our U.S. offices, brands, and functions. The campus will offer vibrant workspaces for collaboration, along with amenities for dining, onsite daycare, fitness and recreation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage customs operations across multiple operating units in the US and Mexico.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with all customs regulations and procedures.
• Develop and implement strategies for efficient import and export processes.
• Manage reconciliation and duty drawback processes to optimize cost savings.
• Ensure compliance with USMCA regulations and other international trade agreements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to streamline customs operations.
• Provide leadership and guidance to customs teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Monitor and analyze customs-related metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Stay updated on changes in customs regulations and ensure the organization adapts accordingly.
• Coordinate with maquila operations to ensure seamless cross-border trade.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Trade, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in customs operations, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing teams in both the US and Mexico.
• In-depth knowledge of reconciliation and duty drawback processes.
• Familiarity with maquila operations and global import/export processes.
• Strong understanding of USMCA regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; Excel required; SAP and/or Oracle ERP systems.
• Experience with GTM (Global Trade Management) and USMCA program implementation preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred.
• LCB certification is a plus but not required.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Additional Information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $140,000 USD - $218,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous Employee Resource Groups to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands is a brand, innovation and channel leader focused on exciting, supercharged categories in the home products, security and commercial building markets. Our portfolio of brands includes Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.

Fortune Brands is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois and trades on the NYSE as FBIN

Equal Employment Opportunity:

FBIN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. To support our efforts, we invite you to voluntarily share your gender, ethnicity, and veteran status. This information is confidential and helps us ensure an inclusive hiring process and improve our diversity initiatives.

Reasonable Accommodations:

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Resumes submitted to this email address will not be responded to.

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