Sr. Manager, Global Trade Compliance Operations

Role Summary

Sr. Manager, Global Trade Compliance Operations focuses on ensuring smooth, compliant movement of finished goods, drug product, intermediates, raw materials, and research products across international borders. This role operates within a center-led Global Supply Chain framework and supports clinical, commercial, and development science areas related to Global Trade Compliance (GTC) activities at BioMarin.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for regional GTC relating to BioMarin operations, and primary SME for US import activities for Biomarin, ensuring shipments comply with international regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve corporate-wide GTC programs including audit readiness, risk mitigation, and training.
• Participate in Global Trade projects such as Duty Draw Back, Customs Reconciliation, and First Sale for Export programs.
• Use KPIs to measure and improve critical aspects of GTC adherence.
• Drive business solutions and continuous improvement initiatives within the Supply Chain function.
• Maintain internal and external relationships to foster GTC Compliance across BioMarin functions.
• Monitor Customs Community Directives and biopharmaceutical regulations, aligning processes to changing requirements.
• Audit regional trade documentation retention and ensure accuracy of shipping and customs declarations (valuation, HS classification, country of origin).
• Work with stakeholders to ensure proper product valuation.
• 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 records of import/export transactions and compliance documentation.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field. Customs Brokerage License preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in Global Trade & Compliance with knowledge of international Customs regimes; minimum 3 years in a GxP Pharma/biotech role; experience implementing duty mitigation programs; Cold Chain experience desirable; ability to lead cross-functional change initiatives; ability to work autonomously.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills with a global perspective
• Ability to manage change and work with changing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills
• Time management and independent work capability

Education

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

Additional Requirements

• No mandatory supervisor responsibilities