Director, Global Trade Compliance

Director, Global Trade Compliance page is loaded## Director, Global Trade Compliancelocations : Alameda, CAtime type : Full timeposted on : Posted 9 Days Agojob requisition id : JR6374

• SUMMARY / JOB PURPOSE
• This position oversees and leads Exelixis’ global trade compliance efforts and global logistics activities. This includes overseeing the customs compliance activities associated with the importing and exporting of goods within a pharmaceutical company. This person will also oversee freight forwarders and customs brokers activities. This person is the subject matter expert in processes related to import / export, duty, tariff classifications, FTZ administration, and other trade-related compliance requirements. This individual will assist in growing and establishing the Trade Compliance program and facilitate a training program to establish a network of subject matter experts throughout the company to ensure compliance within the program. This person will also oversee the global logistics team.
• ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Creates and executes the vision for trade compliance through leading projects and initiates to further develop the program.
• Keep abreast with current industry movements and upcoming regulatory changes.
• Act as the main liaison within the organization for any issues or questions related to trade compliance.
• Generates policies, procedures, and standards related to Trade Compliance and Logistics.
• Educate and develop an organizational training curriculum on trade compliance subjects.
• Oversees and performs audits and investigations to maintain adherence to compliance and ensures all records are precise and up to date.
• Generate scorecards for activities related to trade, brokers and freight forwarders measuring performance and adherence to compliance.
• Oversees Transportation Validations.
• Advises on logistics strategies and projects.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Supervisor responsibilities would include overseeing logistics managers, logistics specialists, trade compliance managers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and consultants.
• EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS :
• Education :
• BS / BA degree in related field and a minimum of 13 years of experience; or,
• MS / MA degree in related field and a minimum of 11 years of experience; or,
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licensed Customs Broker preferred.
• Experience :
• Ten years of Trade Compliance or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading a team.
• Experience with FDA, DEA, EPA, and USDA import compliance.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
• A comprehensive understanding of trade regulations.
• Familiar with automaton tools or system integrations.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization including executive and senior management and staff, including simplifying complex topics.
• Experience with MS Excel, MS Word and MS Outlook.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, relationship management and project management skills.
• Proficient problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational talents and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to set priorities based on corporate goals, impact to the business, and daily operation requirements.
• Ability to collaborate in a matrix environment on complex tasks while multi-tasking and meeting short deadlines.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation of criteria for obtaining results.
• Environment : primarily working indoors.
• Will be required to work after / before hours and on weekends when overseeing critical projects.#LI-EZ1
• If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
• ### ### Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this positionis $169,500 - $239,500 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate’s geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.###
• DISCLAIMER
• The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
• Every Exelixis employee is united in an ambitious cause : to launch innovative medicines that give patients and their families hope for the future. In this pursuit, we know our employees are our most valuable asset. After operating in the challenging biotech sector for 25 years, we have a proven track record of resiliency in the face of adversity. The success of our lead product has provided a solid commercial foundation allowing us to reinvigorate our research efforts, and grow our team in areas such as Drug Discovery, Clinical Development and Commercial. As we expand our global partnerships and further reinvest in R&D to help us discover the next breakthrough for difficult-to-treat cancers, we’re seeking to add talented, dedicated employees to power our mission. Cancer is our cause. Make it yours, too.

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