Imagine Staffing Technology, An Imagine Company · 10 hours ago
Associate Director, Global Trade Strategy & Supply Optimization
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $130K/yr
8+ years expImagine Staffing Technology is recruiting for an Associate Director, Global Trade Strategy & Supply Optimization on behalf of a leading innovator in domestic energy solutions. This role is responsible for designing, optimizing, and governing the company’s global import strategy while ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness in the sourcing and transportation of products.
Human ResourcesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Develop and execute an enterprise-wide import strategy that minimizes cost, maximizes efficiency, and meets all regulatory requirements
Analyze global sourcing opportunities, freight lanes, trade programs, and origin diversification to strengthen supply resilience
Optimize inbound logistics flows through CBP programs, duty mitigation strategies, free trade agreements, and tariff engineering opportunities
Lead new product import strategy reviews, ensuring design decisions account for trade, duty, packaging, routing, and compliance requirements
Partner with engineering teams to evaluate product designs, packaging, and material specifications that impact import classification, landed cost, and compliance
Provide technical trade guidance to engineering during early design and sourcing phases to avoid cost or compliance risks
Support engineering on cost modeling, DFM/DFX trade impacts, and international sourcing feasibility
Work with global suppliers and logistics providers to evaluate shipping methods, origin options, consolidation opportunities, and total landed cost improvements
Establish import standards, requirements, and performance metrics for international vendors and freight partners
Collaborate with planning and procurement teams to ensure accurate forecasting and optimal replenishment strategies for international shipments
Ensure all imports comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements, including tariff classification, valuation, COO, PGA compliance, and documentation
Monitor regulatory changes impacting global trade and proactively adjust company strategies to maintain compliance and financial advantage
Lead internal audits and partners with compliance/legal to mitigate trade risks and protect import privileges
Implement continuous improvement initiatives that reduce cycle time, lower landed cost, and enhance transparency in the import process
Develop and maintain dashboards, cost models, and analytics to support scenario planning, routing decisions, and trade-related KPIs
Champion digital tools that improve import visibility, forecast accuracy, and global supply chain responsiveness
All other duties assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Engineering, International Business, or related field
8+ years of experience in global trade, import operations, supply chain strategy, or related technical fields
Strong understanding of HS classification, duty mitigation, CBP regulations, and global sourcing dynamics
Experience collaborating with engineering teams on product and packaging decisions related to international movement
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence without direct authority
Analytical and data-driven, with experience in cost modeling, scenario analysis, and strategic planning
Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex trade and engineering concepts to executives and global partners
Preferred
Advanced degree preferred
Preferred Certifications: APICS CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) and/or CLTD (Certified in Logistics, Transportation & Distribution)
LCB (Licensed Customs Broker) optional
Company
Imagine Staffing Technology, An Imagine Company
As one of the nation’s largest third-party recruitment firms, Imagine Staffing Technology is dedicated to delivering exceptional staffing solutions to answer the talent demands of our clients.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Gia Manley
Chief Executive Officer
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