Global Head Customs and Trade Compliance

Title: Global Head Customs and Trade Compliance

- RLT

Location: Remote Position (USA)

Job Description:

Band

Level 5

Job Description Summary

At Novartis, we are pioneering the future of cancer treatment through Radioligand Therapy (RLT) - a powerful fusion of nuclear medicine and precision oncology. As we expand our global RLT manufacturing footprint, we are seeking passionate, purpose-driven individuals to join our mission of delivering life-changing therapies to patients around the world.
As the Global Head Customs and Trade Compliance you will develop and implement a comprehensive global strategy for trade compliance across the Radioligand Therapy (RLT) platform to ensure products comply with all applicable regulations. Define standards and policies to cover all relevant import and export laws and regulations for all RLT TechOps sites producing commercial and non-commercial materials. Support and implement standards, assess risks, communicate, monitor, and train the Customs and Trade Compliance (CTC) community (Regional and Local). Together with Local CTC, identify areas to streamline the importation and distribution of RLT products and implement opportunities for cost savings within the network.
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This position can be based remotely anywhere in the U.S. (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). Please note that this role would not provide relocation as a result. The expectation of working hours and travel (domestic and/or international) will be defined by the hiring manager. This position will require 10% travel.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing global trade compliance strategies:

  • Create and implement a global trade strategy for export and import control processes for the RLT platform.

  • Define and maintain up-to-date information on Global Standards, Policies and Training documents for customs and trade according to legal regulation; implement and conduct periodic training to the CTC community in the region

  • Ensure the Center of Excellence operates according to management expectations, bring efficiency across the network and provide correct and reliable master data

• Managing import and export operations:

  • Drive the direction, design and content of the import/export control systems for a single solution to support the operation within the local country as CPO/Affiliate, Principal or Production Site

  • Collaborate with other cross-functional teams (Order Management, Legal, Funds-flow, Tax, Supply Chain Setup, regional SCM, cross division) to achieve business objectives efficiently and effectively (Outside NTO, NTO, OM), especially on new business setup, merger and acquisitions, and business development & licensing.

• Ensuring compliance with trade regulations:

  • Manage the governance of customs and trade compliance, provide guidance and serve as subject matter expert managing government disclosures and audits

  • Develop and implement global trade compliance programs including trade policies, procedures, and internal controls

  • Work closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Commercial, Finance/Tax, and local markets to satisfy end-to-end trade compliance requirements

Essential requirements:

• Undergraduate or 4-year degree, preferably in International Trade, Business Administration or Law. Advanced degree is preferred ​

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in an operational customs and trade role with local or regional responsibility in EU, North America, Asia, etc. Global responsibility in multi-national organizations preferred.  Pharmaceutical, Health Care, Consumer Goods, Chemical or other process industry experience preferred.  

• English fluency is required, 2nd language is a plus

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $ 138,600 and $ 257,400 per year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25 fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
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Salary Range

$138,600.00 - $257,400.00

Skills Desired

Business Networking, Business Scenario Planning     , Change Control, Continual Improvement Process, Efficiency, Flexibility, General Hse Knowledge, Including Gdp, Inventory Management, Knowledge Of Gmp, Operations, Order Fulfillment, Order Management, Procurement, Product Distribution, Risk Management, Supply Chain, Supply-Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Planning