Director, Global Customs & Trade Compliance

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Title: Director, Global Customs & Trade Compliance

Location: New Brunswick, NJ

• Strategic Leadership:
  Influence and execute the strategic direction for global customs compliance.
• Process Optimization:
  Partner with Regional Compliance Leads to standardize and optimize global trade activities, policies, and procedures.
• Training & Development:
  Design and deliver training programs to enhance customs compliance capabilities across the enterprise.
• Duty Savings:
  Lead initiatives to maximize duty savings through strategic use of FTAs, FTZs, and other duty reduction programs.
• Audit & Partnership:
  Establish global frameworks to support participation in government programs (e.g., C-TPAT, AEO) and ensure audit readiness.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Serve as a key partner to internal teams (Tax, Legal, Finance) and external partners to align on global trade strategies.
• Product Classification:
  Oversee HTS classifications for products and commodities.
• Senior Support:
  Serve as the primary backup to the Executive Director, ensuring continuity of leadership and strategic decision-making.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in global trade compliance, with a strong background in a highly regulated industry, preferably biopharma.
• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s or advanced degree preferred.
• Ability to interpret complex government regulations and translate them into actionable business strategies.
• Experience leading and mentoring geographically dispersed, diverse teams.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Experience managing customs audits and engaging with government enforcement authorities.
• Knowledge of certifications such as C-TPAT, AEO, and FTZ; US Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) preferred.

Compensation Overview: New Brunswick, NJ, US: $184,090 - $223,077. The starting compensation range for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available. Final compensation is based on demonstrated experience.

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Work-life benefits include paid time off and other programs. Details vary by location and employment status.

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