Americas Global Trade Compliance Supervisor

Scope of Position

This highly motivated, detail-oriented and data-driven individual will be part of the Global Trade Compliance Team and will be responsible for the daily management of the Watts global trade compliance program. The role includes supervision of the Americas Global Trade Compliance Specialist and reports to the Global Trade Compliance Manager. The position is hybrid or remote, depending on candidate location.

• Manage the Americas’ portion of the Watts imports/exports program, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Liaise with local Customs officials as needed to facilitate the movement of goods
• Manage the daily import/export activity for the Americas region
• Manage and maintain the global Watts product dictionary to include HTS, ADD/CVD, ECCN, materials etc.
• Prepare internal monthly Customs reports
• Analyze and manage daily exceptions to define root cause and corrective actions
• Review and publish the Americas vendor shipping instructions and customs broker SOP
• Manage the export program to include export controls, diversion risk
• Participate in and support projects as necessary
• Prepare and file post-entry corrections with applicable Customs offices
• Review new Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Cases (ADD/CVD) and determine if Watts goods are covered, maintaining all information in Tradeflow and master data spreadsheet of results
• Provide training to business units on trade topics as necessary

• Knowledge of U.S. and Canada Customs import and export laws and regulations
• Knowledge of U.S. and Canada anti-dumping duties, laws and regulations
• Experience with Free Trade Agreements including USMCA, GSP
• Ability to interface with all Watts internal departments
• Capability to represent the company with regards to all import/export-related government agencies and external consultants when required
• Ability to coordinate and deliver project goals and objectives within a defined time period in a cross-functional environment
• Ability to be proactive in recognizing and adjusting to shifting priorities
• Self-motivated and directed, capable of operating semi-autonomously
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in EXCEL, WORD, and Outlook
• BA/BS with 4 to 5 years relevant import/export operational and compliance experience
• Proficient in English; additional languages a plus

• Competitive compensation based on skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
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The position is performed remotely in an office environment. Occasional travel to the office for meetings, training, or other requirements may be necessary.

The role requires staying seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods, performing repetitive typing tasks, using a mouse, moving around the office, reading documents, operating standard office equipment, occasionally lifting and carrying light objects, and communicating clearly with management and coworkers.

$104,000 – $120,000 yearly, dependent on skills, qualifications, experience and applicable law.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.