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Senior Manager, Trade Compliance and Logistics is a strategic leadership role responsible for developing and leading the Trade Compliance & Logistics team, and continuously improving policies, procedures, and internal controls governing international import and export operations. This role serves as the primary trade compliance subject matter expert for North America, ensuring adherence to U.S. and global trade regulations while optimizing logistics, mitigating supply chain risks, and supporting sustainable business growth.

As a global pharmaceutical innovator, the organization is dedicated to improving patient outcomes through breakthrough medicines and therapies. Safety, ethics, and compliance guide every shipment, sourcing decision, and partnership. Integrity in trade is essential to support science and patient care.

• Lead and develop a team of trade compliance and logistics professionals responsible for supporting supply chain operations, ensuring adherence to international trade regulations while enabling efficient and compliant movement of pharmaceutical products and materials across North America, Canada, and other regions. Build high-performance teams through coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
• Drive program development by developing, coordinating, and implementing a comprehensive trade compliance program aligned with global corporate standards and local operations (Distribution, CDMO, Clinical trials, etc.) for North America. Tailor programs to pharmaceutical regulations (FDA, DEA, CBP, USDA, CBSA, CDA, Health Canada, BIS, USTR, and international equivalents). Note: Imports are predominantly from Germany to the United States.
• Oversee regulatory/operational oversight of import/export applications, registrations, and customs rulings; deploy changes to internal procedures based on regulatory requirements. Maintain adherence to Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification, valuation, and country of origin guidance.
• Manage, create, maintain, and develop relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders, carriers, third-party logistics partners (3PLs), and other related parties. Negotiate contracts, SLAs, and pricing; evaluate vendor performance and implement corrective actions where needed.
• Coordinate efforts to meet high-performance levels for import/export requirements, including monitoring and auditing daily import/export entries for compliance with customs regulations; resolve discrepancies and document retention, with support from 3PLs and brokers.
• Monitor and interpret changes in global trade laws, sanctions, and pharmaceutical-specific regulations; advise leadership on potential impacts and implement new policies.
• Government/Cross-functional Liaison: Manage relationships with customs authorities and partner government agencies; serve as a liaison with supply chain, quality, legal, and Regulatory Affairs to ensure timely and compliant product movement. Lead audits and information requests for external regulatory agencies.
• Audit & Risk Management: Create, coordinate, and conduct regular internal reviews and audits to measure compliance levels; identify risks or violations and implement corrective action plans.
• Training: Develop and deliver educational programs on trade compliance best practices, Restricted Party Screening, and related requirements; provide guidance on case-by-case initiatives such as new product launches, clinical runs, CDMO activities, and distribution operations.
• Drive Operational Efficiency: Evaluate and implement customs tools to enhance cost-effectiveness; oversee daily import/export tasks, data entry, and invoice accuracy. Use KPIs and scorecards to identify opportunities and risks; establish logistics KPIs (e.g., OTIF, freight cost). Foster accountability, safety, and operational excellence.
• Logistics Strategy & Operations: Own and execute logistics strategies aligned with business objectives and customer service goals; oversee inbound, outbound, and reverse logistics; optimize transportation networks, warehousing, and distribution; drive continuous improvement.
• Supply Chain Collaboration: Partner with warehouse, manufacturing, customer service, instrument services, and inventory teams to ensure smooth product flow; develop contingency plans for disruptions and peak periods.

• Bachelor’s degree in international business, supply chain management, logistics, law, or a related field; 5+ years of leadership experience in international trade compliance or global logistics, law, or related areas.
• Continuous Learning Credits in international trade, customs, export/import compliance, foreign trade, etc.

• Industry Knowledge: Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device industries is highly preferred.
• CBP: Proficiency in U.S. customs regulations, including 19 CFR, valuation, and application of Incoterms 2020.
• Interpretation and application of regulatory requirements.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems, ACE, and related tools.
• Classification Mastery: Ability to determine HTS codes and ECCNs for pharmaceutical products, chemicals, machinery, equipment, parts, and drug products.
• Organizational Structure: Experience working in a complex matrix organization and managing high-performing teams of trade compliance and logistics professionals.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present complex regulatory requirements to executive leadership and government officials.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. The role requires regular standing, walking, sitting, lifting up to 35 lbs, and manual dexterity for coordination.

The work is performed in an office environment.

The hiring range is expected to fall between $119,973 - $141,085 per year, depending on experience, internal equity, and qualifications. The finalist’s salary will be determined based on several factors including experience, education, and skills. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package (health, vision, dental, 401(k)); eligibility applies. Some roles may include additional compensation such as bonuses or commissions.

Miltenyi Biotec North America is an EO Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Miltenyi Biotec, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

The company provides reasonable accommodations to candidates and employees, as allowed by law.

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