Director, Global Customs & Trade Compliance

Director, Global Customs & Trade Compliance

Location : New Brunswick, NJ

We are seeking a Director of Global Customs & Trade Compliance to lead our customs strategy and ensure adherence to international trade regulations. This leadership position is responsible for driving global alignment, optimizing duty savings, and managing compliance across all our operations. You'll work closely with regional teams to develop and implement effective trade strategies that support our global supply chain.

Responsibilities

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 Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), Free Trade Zones (FTZs), and other duty reduction programs.

Audit & Partnership : Establish global frameworks to support participation in government partnership programs (e.g., C-TPAT, AEO) and ensure continuous 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 the assignment of Harmonized Tariff Schedule (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.

Required Qualifications

10+ years of progressive experience in global trade compliance, with a strong background in a highly regulated industry, preferably biopharma.

Bachelor's degree is required; Master's or advanced degree is preferred.

Proven ability to interpret complex government regulations and translate them into actionable business strategies.

Demonstrated success in leading and mentoring geographically dispersed, diverse teams.

Exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills.

Experience in managing customs audits and engaging with government enforcement authorities.

Knowledge of and experience with certifications such as C-TPAT, AEO, and FTZ is essential.

US Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) is preferred.

Compensation Overview : New Brunswick - NJ - US : $184,090 - $223,077. The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee's work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit careers.bms.com / life-at-bms / . Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following : Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility / infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

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