Director, Logistics and Trade Compliance
Director, Logistics and Trade Compliance
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Job Description
Please note that this position can be based in Princeton NJ San Diego CA or South San Francisco CA. Acadias hybrid model requires this role to work in our office on average three days per week.
Position Summary
The Director of Logistics and Trade Compliance will play a critical role in our mid-size biopharmaceutical company overseeing all aspects of global logistics operations and ensuring international trade compliance across the organizations global supply chain. This leadership position is also in charge of developing and implementing effective logistics strategies that support our product supply chain while maintaining strict adherence to global trade regulations. The successful candidate will lead logistics team members manage relationships with multiple logistics vendors and collaborate cross-functionally to streamline processes reduce costs and ensure adherence to appropriate compliance requirements.
Job Requirements
- Lead the organizations global trade compliance strategy in alignment with corporate objectives and regional regulatory frameworks
- Ensure execution of day-to-day logistics operations including transportation warehousing and distribution of pharmaceutical products
- Ensure full compliance with international trade regulations import/export controls customs requirements and VAT regulations in various regions
- Direct the classification of pharmaceutical and clinical products under the Harmonized System (HS) and Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) schemes.
- Oversee management of the country of origin customs valuations and documentation accuracy.
- Manage relationships with multiple third-party logistics providers and other vendors
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for logistics and trade compliance
- Collaborate with Finance Quality Assurance Regulatory Affairs and Supply Chain departments to ensure seamless operations
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) for logistics efficiency and compliance
- Stay current with changes in global trade regulations and ensure timely adaptation of processes
- Conduct regular risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for logistics and compliance risks
- Manage logistics and storage insurance requirements ensuring adequate coverage while optimizing costs
- Develop and implement risk management strategies for product storage handling and transportation
- Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on logistics performance and compliance status
- Manage logistics budget and forecast future resource needs
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives for logistics processes and systems
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree required; 8 years of progressive experience in logistics supply chain and trade compliance with at least 4 years in a management role
- Demonstrated experience in pharmaceutical or life sciences industry required
- Demonstrated ability to proactively research complex trade regulations seek expert guidance when needed and translate regulatory requirements into functional operational procedures.
- Proven expertise in global trade compliance regulations including import/export controls customs procedures and licensing requirements. Experience with EU trade compliance preferred; solid candidates with demonstrable ability to quickly master new regulatory frameworks
- Experience managing international logistics operations and working with multiple logistics service providers
- Strong comprehension of GDP (Good Distribution Practice) pharmaceutical storage requirements and other regulations pertaining to pharmaceutical logistics
- Knowledge of European VAT systems and compliance requirements for pharmaceutical products preferred
- Certified in customs compliance (e.g. Certified Customs Specialist) and/or logistics (e.g. CSCP CLTD) preferred
- Self-motivated with a positive can-do attitude and bias toward action while maintaining attention to detail and compliance rigor
- Proven ability to encourage and mentor small teams with a track record of developing staff capabilities and fostering a collaborative solutions-oriented work environment
- Solid analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis for performance metrics
- Exceptional communication negotiation and relationship management abilities
- Robust problem-solving skills with the ability to make strategic decisions
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 5-10%)
Physical Requirements:
This role involves regular standing walking sitting and the use of hands for handling or operating equipment. The employee may also need to reach climb balance stoop kneel crouch and maintain visual verbal and auditory communication in a standard office environment and while working independently from remote locations. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to travel independently overnight and/or work after hours as required by travel schedules or business needs.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
