Sr. Manager, Global Trade Compliance Operations

Role Summary

The Global Trade Compliance Operations Senior Manager operates within a center-led Global Supply Chain framework. This position has responsibilities across the clinical, commercial, and development science areas related to Global Trade Compliance (GTC) activities. This role ensures smooth and compliant movement of finished goods, drug product, intermediates, raw materials, and research products across international borders. Note that responsibilities may include all or part of the items below and may evolve to support ongoing business needs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for regional GTC relating to BioMarin operations, and primary SME for US import activities, ensuring shipments comply with international regulatory requirements and are not adversely impacted by regulatory non-compliance.
• Participate in the development, implementation and continuous improvement of corporate-wide GTC programs, including audit readiness, risk mitigation and training.
• Participate in Global Trade projects and initiatives such as Duty Draw Back and Customs Reconciliation, First Sale for Export programs.
• Ensure key performance indicators are used to measure and improve critical aspects of GTC adherence.
• Drive business solutions and continuous improvement initiatives adding value to the Supply Chain function and the wider company.
• Develop and maintain internal and external relationships to foster GTC Compliance within and across BioMarin functions.
• Monitor Customs Community Directives and biopharmaceutical regulations, aligning processes to changing requirements.
• Audit regional trade documentation retention and incorporated shipping and customs declarations for accuracy including valuation, HS classification, and country of origin determination.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure proper valuation of products.
• Coordinate and advise on contract terms and conditions, Incoterms and analysis of trade lanes.
• Provide oversight and performance management of outsourced brokerage services.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of import and export transactions and compliance documentation.

Qualifications

• Required: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Global Trade & Compliance with demonstrated understanding of international Customs regimes and in-country authority requirements; experience implementing duty mitigation programs (e.g., Duty Draw Back, First Sale for Export); minimum of 3 years’ experience in a GxP Pharma/biotech role; ability to work autonomously and drive change.
• Preferred: Cold Chain experience; Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Customs Brokerage License.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills with a global focus
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing abilities across all levels
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Change management and continuous improvement mindset

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Customs Brokerage License preferred