Identify and mitigate trade compliance risks across regions.
Lead responses to audits, reviews, and disclosures.
Provide guidance on valuation, classification, country of origin, transfer pricing, and export controls.
Partner with external counsel on complex or high-risk matters.
Engage with customs authorities and government agencies as needed.
Implement and maintain global standards and documentation.
Duty Optimization & Trade Programs
Lead strategy for duty drawback, reconciliation, tariff mitigation, and FTA utilization.
Oversee EU trade programs, including end-use, anti-dumping exemptions, and Trek's bonded warehouse.
Identify opportunities to reduce duty spend while maintaining compliance.
Guide country of origin and valuation analysis.
Operational Oversight
Ensure consistent execution of core compliance activities across regions.
Support teams in managing broker performance, entry reviews, and post-entry processes.
Monitor performance metrics and drive continuous improvement.
Cross-Functional & Regional Partnership
Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, IT, and Product teams to integrate compliance into business processes.
Support regional teams across the Americas, Europe, and APAC.
Advise on market entry, distributor compliance, and sourcing decisions.
Systems & Continuous Improvement
Drive improvements in trade compliance systems and tools to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Use data and reporting to monitor performance and risk.
Tariffs & Government Engagement
Lead company approach and response to tariffs, exclusions, and refunds.
Oversee trade-related legal matters, including protests and cases.
Communicate business impacts of trade changes.
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, coach, and develop a global trade compliance team.
Set priorities through goals, metrics, and regular communication.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
U.S. Customs Broker License required.
Bachelor's degree in international business, supply chain, or related field preferred.
12-15+ years of experience in global trade compliance, including leadership roles.
Strong knowledge of U.S., EU, and international trade regulations.
Proven experience leading teams and working across global functions.
Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical business solutions.
Experience managing audits, disclosures, and regulatory interactions.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
What Success Looks Like
Consistent and reliable compliance practices across all regions.
Risks are identified early and addressed effectively.
Duty savings and trade program benefits are maximized.
The team is engaged, capable, and operating at a high level.
Trade compliance is recognized as a strategic partner to the business.
Additional Information
This position is based in Waterloo, WI and requires regular in-office presence; a hybrid work arrangement will be considered.
This position may require occasional travel.
Trek Benefits:
Flexible and fun company culture
Competitive health care
PPO & HDHP medical plan options, Dental insurance, Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Free life insurance & optional term life insurance
Competitive vacation package
401(k) with match and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP)
12 weeks of maternity leave with 100% pay
Flexible holiday schedule - 10 company holidays
Tuition Reimbursement up to $15,000! (Undergraduate & Masters programs)
Employee discounts on all product
Deep partner retail discounts
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offFlexible scheduleEquity / stock options
Additional Information
A bit about us
Trek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you're on our team, you're taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we'll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us!
Job Description
The Director of Global Trade Compliance leads Trek's global trade compliance strategy, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements while supporting business growth across all regions. This role provides leadership across import/export compliance, duty optimization, global trade programs, and risk management.
This position leads a global team and partners with Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, Product Development, and regional leadership to integrate compliance into day-to-day operations. The role positions trade compliance as a strategic function that supports growth, manages cost, and reduces risk.
Trekbikes · Waterloo, WI