BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.

Director, Global Trade Compliance

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

ERP

About the role

  • Provide strategic direction and leadership in the execution of global trade compliance, ensuring adherence to all import/export laws and regulations
  • Develop and implement a global trade compliance strategy that aligns with company goals
  • Manage a global team of trade compliance professionals, focusing on talent development and program continuity
  • Maintain and implement comprehensive global trade compliance policies and procedures (Export Controls, Licensing, Due Diligence, Import Regulations, Sanctions)
  • Oversee import/export registrations, permits, licenses, and ensure accurate filings and quality control
  • Assess and mitigate trade compliance risks through regular evaluations and mitigation activities
  • Conduct compliance reviews and audits; recommend and implement improvements to close gaps
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders and manage interactions with trade-related government agencies
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives to assess, mitigate and communicate risks or issues associated with Global Trade policies
  • Develop and lead trade compliance training programs across the organization
  • Analyse compliance metrics and report to senior management on trends and improvement opportunities
  • Support efficient movement of therapies in compliance with applicable regulations; make critical decisions to mitigate business risk

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Master’s degree is a plus
  • In lieu of above, other undergraduate degree plus continuing education in the logistics or extended supply chain management field required
  • 10+ years of experience in global trade compliance
  • Previous experience leading a global team
  • Thorough knowledge of trade and trade compliance issues, including export controls and import regulations, customs valuation, classification methodologies, origin, and licensing determinations
  • Thorough understanding of technology tools, including trade compliance systems and ERP systems, with a proven record of implementing scalable compliance solutions
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to anticipate problems and take proactive actions
  • Ability to research complex theories of law in trade compliance to outline possible solutions and practical actions
  • Proven ability to lead change initiatives and drive improvements across functions
  • Ability to effectively work autonomously and independently
  • Supervisor/personnel management responsibility (will supervise staff)
  • Maintain expertise in global trade laws, pending legislation, and industry trends