Director, Trade & Customs Tax (Global Compliance & Strategy)

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It's who we are as a company. It's our culture. It's our heritage. And more than ever, it's our future. A future where we're always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life's moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do? SALARY: $131,200-$186,960 bonus & long-term incentive eligible Location: This role can be based onsite in St. Louis, MO , or New York City, NY. Compensation will be aligned to the candidate's location. COMPANY We are home to the nation's most iconic beer and beyond beer brands, including Michelob ULTRA – America's #1 top-selling beer – as well as Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Cutwater Spirits, and industry-leading craft brands. From our longstanding efforts to support American farmers, military, veterans, and first responders, to emergency drinking water donations and responsible drinking programs, we are guided by our commitment to the communities we call home and the 65,000 hardworking Americans who bring our beer to life. We are powered by a team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do? ROLE SUMMARY The Director, Trade & Customs is a senior leadership role within the North America Zone Tax team, responsible for overseeing U.S. and Canada customs, trade compliance, and duty optimization activities across Anheuser-Busch's complex supply chain. This role partners closely with Tax, Supply Chain, Procurement, Legal, Finance, and external advisors to ensure compliance with customs and trade regulations while identifying opportunities to reduce duty, manage risk, and support strategic initiatives. The role reports to the Sr. Director, Tax, Trade, Transfer Pricing Strategy . JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Trade & Customs Compliance & Strategy Lead U.S. and Canada customs compliance across imports, exports, and inter-company flows, ensuring adherence to all applicable trade regulations Oversee classification, valuation, country of origin, and free trade agreement qualification Identify and execute duty optimization opportunities, including FTZs, drawback, valuation planning, and supply chain structuring Partner with Transfer Pricing and Supply Chain to align customs with inter-company pricing and sourcing strategies Risk, Audit & Governance Lead customs audits, inquiries, and enforcement matters, coordinating with external advisors and government authorities Maintain audit-ready documentation, internal controls, and compliance processes Assess and mitigate trade-related risks, including tariff exposure, regulatory changes, and geopolitical impacts Establish governance frameworks, policies, and procedures aligned with global standards Cross-Functional Leadership Serve as the North America subject matter expert for trade and customs Partner with Indirect Tax, Transfer Pricing, Legal, Finance, Procurement, and Operations to support business objectives Translate technical requirements into clear, business-focused guidance Process Improvement & Execution Drive continuous improvement through automation, data analytics, and system enhancements Partner with IT and Tax Technology teams to improve compliance accuracy and reporting efficiency Lead strategic initiatives and special projects as needed JOB QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or related field CPA, JD, advanced degree, or customs-related certification preferred 5–8+ years of experience in trade, customs, indirect tax, or related disciplines within a large multinational, CPA firm, law firm, or advisory environment Strong knowledge of U.S. customs and international trade regulations, including classification, valuation, origin, and FTAs Experience managing corporate customs compliance, trade strategy, and external advisors or brokers Understanding of how trade compliance intersects with transfer pricing, indirect tax, and supply chain operations Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and influence cross-functional partners Experience with ERP systems (SAP or similar), trade compliance tools, and data analysis BENEFITS Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners Free Beer! 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