US Customs Operations Manager

About the job

Would you like to use yourexpertiseto transform tradecompliancea company that followsthe scienceand turns ideas into life-changing medicines If so join our team as aManager US Customs Operationswith AstraZeneca!

AstraZeneca is at an exciting timeofnew products and launches. We get to work with innovative and scientific products on our leading-edge end-to-end supply chain using the latest technologies and modern facilities.

In Operations we have a big ambition to deliver more medicines to patients quicker and moreaffordably. Backed by the investment leadership and a clear plan to get there we bring personal dedication and out-of-the-box thinking.

TheManager US CustomsOperationscan be based in Gaithersburg MD or Wilmington this role you willbe responsible forsupporting day-to-day import/export customs activityimproving customs processesleadingcertaincompliance activitiesdeveloping new FTZsoperatingexisting FTZs and encourage FTZ Sites to remain in compliance with Customs and Border Protection.

What you will do:

• Responsible for operational management of AstraZeneca US Import/Export activities

• Provide customs guidance to cross-functional business partners

• Lead issue resolution and handle direct communication with various government agencies and key stakeholders.

• Handle the daily/yearly operation of the zone including admissions to Customs T&Es HMF zone to zone transfers FTZ board report payments to the granteebeing the subject matter expert on trade related activities for the siteetc.

• Support the role out of new AstraZeneca FTZ(s) and the development and implementation of operational standards procedures and training vital to support a compliant FTZ while developing andmaintainingworking relationships with global counterparts to ensuretimely efficient reliable and compliant operations across the global supply chain

• Support AstraZeneca FTZ manufacturing sites conduct tours and training host Customs for annual compliance reviews and be an FTZ representative on on-site projects and strategic initiatives

• Develop positive relationships with all participating sites international cross-functional teams Customs Broker and Customs and Border Protection

• Revitalize a standard operating procedure for all FTZs to use including customs broker clearance FTZ inventory system record retention processes and training.
  

Essentials:

• Bachelors Degree

• Minimum of five years experience in one or more of the following: Customs Brokerage or import/export operations or compliance.

• Working knowledge of the various government agencies and regulations involved with the import/export of pharmaceutical products such as CBP FDA USDACDCDEA DOTIATA andFWS
  

Preferred

• Customs Broker License

• FTZ Experience
  

Why AstraZeneca

If you want to makea big impact this is the place for you. Our contribution to life-changing medicines is why people have been here for decades. We do it for the patients.

So Whats Next

Are you ready to make a difference - then send in your application andwellmake it happen together.

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $96243 to $ positions offer eligibility for various incentivesan opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs paid time off (i.e. vacation holiday and leaves) as well as health dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

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  06-jul-2026

  Closing Date

  13-jul-2026

  Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and furtherance of that mission we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please complete the corresponding section in the application form.