Regional Ethics and Compliance Director, Americas (Houston Tx, US) bei THE CMA CGM GROUP | A global player in sea, land, air and logistics solution

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE

Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer and sitting on the Regional/Products Management Teams, the Regional Director of Ethics and Compliance acts as a strategic leader and catalyst of integrity, compliance culture, and ethical behavior in the region.

Beyond leading the implementation of the CEVA Ethics & Compliance (E&C) Program, you will also help embed ethical reasoning, behavioral awareness, and accountability into daily business conduct, ensuring that every management decision reflects CEVA’s values and commitment to integrity.

The role is central to building a culture where doing the right thing is instinctive, driving the company’s long-term success and growth through full compliance with the law and ethical business conduct.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Lead and supervise the regional compliance organization, including local Compliance Officers and the Regional Anti-Corruption Counsel, fostering collaboration, technical competence, and ethical discipline within the compliance community, and maintaining consistency of standards and judgment across the region.
• Lead and supervise the implementation of the CEVA E&C Program and other centrally driven initiatives across the region and its markets, driving coherence, speed, and effectiveness.

• Roll out Group policies, procedures, and control frameworks.
• Coordinate global risk assessments, surveys, and risk-mapping exercises.
• Execute the CEVA E&C Global Training and Global Communication Plans, by:

• Supporting deployment of global eLearning modules and tracking completion.
• Reinforcing the quality, documentation, and impact of live training delivery, including induction and leadership sessions.
• Partnering with regional management and Communications teams to amplify global communication initiatives and secure visible management endorsement.

• Align and coordinate with the Regional Anti-Corruption Counsel, connecting the dots between program direction and business execution, and facilitating timely, consistent application of anti-corruption requirements across regional operations — accelerating execution while maintaining integrity standards.

• Act as the regional arm of the 2nd line of defense, overseeing the operation and effectiveness of the compliance-control environment.
• Monitor key controls operated by Compliance, Legal, HR, and Trade functions.
• Conduct independent reviews or testing to assess control design and performance.
• Personally execute selected high-risk validations in line with the Anti-Corruption Chart of Controls (e.g., high-value gifts and entertainment, politically exposed engagements, or other sensitive approvals).
• Provide consolidated feedback and insights to Global Compliance on regional control performance, risk trends, and predictors of misconduct.
• Advise and support the Regional/Products Management Teams on business initiatives, investments, and partnerships, integrating integrity and compliance considerations into strategic decisions.

• Oversee, supervise, or conduct investigations into alleged misconduct in collaboration with the Speaking Up and Investigations Governance Team, maintaining consistency of approach, proper documentation, escalation, and remediation — including root-cause analysis and corrective or preventative actions — while promoting a strong Speak Up and non-retaliation culture.
• Perform pre- and post-acquisition due diligence in M&A, identifying compliance program and ethical-culture gaps and developing, in conjunction with the Director Regulatory Compliance, action plans and processes for timely and orderly integration of acquired entities into CEVA’s compliance structures and internal controls.
• Promote CEVA’s integrity culture as the visible face and voice of Compliance in the region, representing the function at town halls, management forums, and committee meetings; communicating CEVA’s values and compliance priorities; reinforcing tone from the top; and maintaining open dialogue with employees and leaders on ethical conduct.
• Report regularly to the Chief Compliance Officer, the Heads of Products, and the Regional Management Team on regional implementation, training and communication performance, risk trends, control results, and remediation progress.
• Regularly report to the CCO and the Heads of Products on Compliance Program implementation at regional level.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Education & Qualifications    

• University degree in Law, Compliance (and/or related field) at least at Master Level
• Minimum 15 years of experience in compliance, legal, audit, or internal control, including regional or international exposure.
• Proven leadership of regional or multi-country teams and ability to coordinate complex program implementations.

Specialist Knowledge & Skills    

• In-depth knowledge of leading compliance frameworks and regulatory expectations, including the AFA Guidelines, DOJ Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs, OECD Good Practice Guidance, and ISO 37001 principles.
• Deep understanding of anti-corruption, trade, competition, governance, and behavioral-ethics frameworks.

Interpersonal & Communication Skills 

• Skilled in risk-based program management, investigations, M&A due diligence, and oversight of compliance controls.
• Strong communication and influencing skills; credible with senior management.
• High proficiency in English and ideally proficient in Spanish and/or French

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car, and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together. 

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role. 

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background.  We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best supply chain professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

Please note:  Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: [email protected]. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.

Information provided is true and accurate.  False statements or information will result in the application voided.

Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.