Senior Manager Global Trade Compliance

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The Senior Manager, Global Trade Compliance is responsible for building and operationalizing foundational global trade compliance processes, controls, and procedures to support the company’s expanding international activities related to radiopharmaceutical products, raw materials, clinical trial supplies, equipment, and related technologies. This role ensures compliance with international trade regulations, customs requirements, import/export controls, sanctions programs, and country-specific permitting requirements while supporting the timely movement of highly regulated radiopharmaceutical materials across global markets.
The position partners closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Clinical Operations, Logistics, Procurement, Finance, Legal, and Commercial teams to establish compliant and efficient cross-border trade processes. The Senior Manager serves as the subject matter expert for customs classification, importer/exporter obligations, duty optimization, and regulatory licensing associated with radiopharmaceutical products and radioactive materials.

Key Accountabilities:

Global Trade Compliance Program

• Develop, implement, and maintain foundational global trade compliance policies, procedures, work instructions, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with customs, import/export, sanctions, and trade regulations in all countries where the company operates.
• Monitor and assess regulatory changes impacting radiopharmaceutical imports, exports, and distribution activities.
• Lead internal trade compliance reviews, investigations, and corrective action plans.
• Provide recommendations and practical guidance to leadership regarding trade compliance risks, control enhancements, and operational improvement opportunities.

Customs Classification and HTS Management

• Build and maintain the company’s global Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification framework and related processes for radiopharmaceutical products, APIs, isotopes, precursor materials, laboratory equipment and all other related imports.
• Determine and validate HTS classifications and coordinate classification rulings where appropriate.
• Maintain classification databases and ensure accurate customs declarations through brokers, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze tariff impacts and support mitigation strategies for duty and tax optimization.

Importer of Record (IOR) and Export Compliance

• Coordinate and manage day-to-day Importer of Record (IOR) and Exporter of Record requirements globally, escalating complex or high-risk issues as appropriate.
• Work closely with Telix trade and import partners to identify and set-up IOR’s in countries which we operate.
• Support import and export processes involving radioactive materials, dangerous goods, and temperature-sensitive products.

Duty Drawback and Duty Optimization

• Identify, support development of, and administer duty drawback and duty optimization processes to recover eligible customs duties and taxes.
• Identify opportunities for duty savings through free trade agreements, special customs programs, inward/outward processing, bonded facilities, and other duty-reduction mechanisms.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal and Supply Chain teams to quantify and capture duty recovery opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements associated with duty drawback claims and customs incentives.

Country-Specific Permits, Licenses, and Regulatory Requirements

• Maintain oversight of country-specific import permits, export licenses, radioactive material authorizations, customs registrations, and regulatory approvals required for radiopharmaceutical products and isotopes.
• Coordinate with Regulatory Affairs and local affiliates to secure and maintain required permits and licenses.
• Monitor import restrictions, nuclear regulatory requirements, and health authority requirements affecting cross-border movements.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Provide trade compliance expertise during product launches, market expansions, acquisitions, and supply chain initiatives.
• Train employees and business partners on global trade compliance requirements.
• Support quality audits, regulatory inspections, and customer inquiries related to trade compliance activities.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for customs, trade, and import/export compliance issues.

Position Requirements (required)

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Customs Administration, Law, Regulatory Affairs, or related field required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in global trade compliance, customs, import/export operations, or international logistics.
• Experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, medical device, radiopharmaceutical, nuclear medicine, or highly regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in HTS classification, customs valuation, country of origin analysis, and Importer of Record requirements.
• Experience managing duty drawback programs and customs duty optimization initiatives.
• Experience with country-specific import permits, radioactive material licensing, and international regulatory requirements preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations, import/export controls, sanctions programs, and global customs frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
• Preferred Certifications: Licensed Customs Broker, Certified Customs Specialist, Certified Global Business Professional

Key Capabilities:

• Inclusive mindset: Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for diversity, and actively work to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected
• Creativity and innovation: Possess a willingness to think outside the box and come up with unique and creative solutions to challenges
• Commitment to excellence: Take pride in your work and consistently strive for excellence in everything you do
• Results-oriented: Driven to achieve goals and objectives, with a strong focus on delivering measurable results
• Ethical behavior: Act with integrity and demonstrate a commitment to ethical behavior in all interactions with colleagues and stakeholders
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, able to adjust to changing priorities, and willing to take on new challenges
• Strong communication skills: Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels, using clear and concise language
• Collaboration: Work effectively as part of a team, actively sharing knowledge and expertise to achieve common goals
• Resilience: Demonstrate the ability to bounce back from setbacks and persevere in the face of challenges
• Continuous learning: Show a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, continually seeking out opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills