Director of Trade & Compliance

Director Of Trade Compliance

Bass Pro Shops is seeking an experienced Director of Trade Compliance to lead its global trade compliance program, ensuring adherence to international import/export regulations and supporting efficient, risk-managed supply chain operations. This strategic role involves overseeing customs processes, regulatory engagement, product development support, and vendor compliance across a diverse product portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in trade law, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and lead global trade compliance strategy aligned with business goals
• Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership on trade-related decisions
• Manage and mentor a team of trade compliance professionals
• Oversee import/export operations, including customs classifications, valuation, and duty optimization
• Maintain relationships with customs brokers and ensure accurate regulatory filings
• Monitor changes in trade laws and enforcement priorities
• Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and investigations
• Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies (CBP, BIS, OFAC, etc.)
• Support product development with compliance input on labeling, origin, and restricted materials
• Advise private label programs and optimize trade benefits through sourcing strategies
• Evaluate vendor compliance and conduct supplier audits
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, IT, and Supply Chain to integrate compliance into operations
• Support financial planning related to tariffs, duty drawback, and reconciliation
• Design and deliver trade compliance training across departments
• Promote a culture of compliance and proactive issue reporting
• All other duties as assigned

Experience/Qualifications:

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree in Business or Related
• Juris Doctor or Legal Experience Preferred
• Certificate(s) or License(s): Licensed Customs Broker (Preferred)
• Years of experience: 10+ in Trade Compliance Leadership

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

• U.S. and international trade regulations
• Customs procedures, classifications, and valuation
• Free trade agreements and tariff programs
• Regulatory agencies and compliance standards
• Retail sourcing and product development processes
• Strategic planning and leadership
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Vendor compliance auditing
• Effective communication and training delivery
• Translate complex regulations into business practices
• Influence executive decision-making
• Lead investigations and manage audits
• Build a culture of compliance
• Adapt to evolving trade laws and global sourcing dynamics

Travel Requirements:

• N/A

Physical Requirements:

Regularly sits and does computer work.

Occasionally walks, stands and lifts up to 50 lbs.

Independent Judgement:

• Develops strategic direction, goals, plans and policies for an area of responsibility. Sets broad objectives and is accountable for overall results in respective area of responsibility. Authority to make independent decisions on matters of significance. Requires high degree of independent judgment and problem solving of complex problems.

Full Time Benefits Summary: Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations: Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.