QSC is creating exceptional, people-centric experiences with the perfect balance of technology and creativity. Q-SYS, our innovative full stack audio, video and control platform, unifies data, devices and a cloud-first architecture, empowering organizations to deliver transformative AV experiences across built spaces. Building on the QSC legacy, QSC Audio delivers audio technology that empowers live entertainers and sound reinforcement professionals with the confidence to create and deliver memorable experiences for their audiences.
Atrius, Distech Controls and QSC are part of the Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS) business segment. Our mission is to make spaces smarter, safer and greener through our strategy of connecting the edge with the cloud using disruptive technologies that leverage data interoperability.
Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people's lives.
We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com .
Work location:
+ This position may be based anywhere in the United States and includes travel as part of the responsibilities.
+ This position requires on-site presence in Corporate CA, HQ, following a hybrid work model.
+ This position requires on-site presence in Corporate CA, HQ, must report to the office every business day.
**Job Summary**
Primarily responsible for ensuring QSC's compliance with trade laws, trade business processes, and regulations in the United States, Mexico, Canada, and the rest of QSC's business in Latin America, in accordance with corporate policies and frameworks.
This role supports the day-to-day execution, administration, and continuous improvement of customs and trade processes that support compliant and efficient movement of goods across the Americas.
This role serves as the operational lead for import and export activities, broker and agent management, trade documentation, restricted party screening, classification, free trade agreement administration, duty drawback processes, and special trade programs. The role partners closely with Trade Compliance to ensure operational processes align with global trade policies, regulatory expectations, audit requirements, and business objectives.
**Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)**
+ **Regulatory Analysis & Support (20%):** Operate collaboratively with Trade Compliance and business teams to understand US, Mexico, Canada, and LATAM trade compliance regulations associated with QSC's imports and exports to and from the region to enable effective trade controls and business execution.
+ **Expertise & Classification (20%):** Provide decision-oriented expertise on customs classification (USHTS/HS), valuation, country of origin, special trade programs, and export controls for the Americas.
+ **Process Improvement (20%):** Work cross-functionally to develop and implement process improvements for import/export activities and actively contribute to the delivery of the regional compliance program.
+ **Program Implementation (10%):** Develop, maintain, and implement regional trade compliance processes aligned with corporate policies and global procedures.
+ **Audits & Risk Mitigation (10%):** Support customs and trade related audits and implement corrective action plans to mitigate identified compliance risks.
+ **Operations & Stakeholder Guidance (20%):** Monitor daily regional operations to ensure compliance; communicate regulatory updates and provide guidance/training to stakeholders; escalate critical issues to the Sr. Manager, Global Trade Compliance Operations.
**Job Requirements & Qualifications**
+ **Education:** Bachelor's degree or similar certifications in a relevant field (International Business and Trade, Logistics, etc.) or equivalent work experience.
+ **Experience:** 5-10 years of experience in a Trade Compliance role with deep knowledge of compliance processes and how they integrate with other business functions.
+ **Language Skills:** **Fluent in English and Spanish** (both verbal and written) is strictly required to support the Americas region.
+ **Technical Expertise:** Experience with G