Director, Global Customs & Trade Compliance

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Title: 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.

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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 Benefit Offerings Are Subject To The Terms And Conditions Of The Applicable Plans In Effect At The Time And May Require Enrollment. Our Benefits Include:

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well‑Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well‑being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

Work‑life benefits include:

Paid Time Off

• US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees))
• Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non‑Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

All global employees full and part‑time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office‑based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote‑by‑design or lab‑based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

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