Senior Manager, Global Trade Compliance

Senior Manager, Global Trade Compliance

Responsibilities

• Lead Global Trade Compliance Strategy & Execution
• Translate program priorities into actionable workplans and measurable team activities.
• Support Global Alignment, Operational Consistency & Performance Accountability
• Coordinate priorities, processes, and execution across geographically dispersed team members (U.S. & India).
• Support governance routines, performance tracking, and issue escalation; assess team capacity, workload, and processes to align resources to priority risks and business needs, improve efficiency, reduce duplication, and support sustainable team effectiveness.
• Manage Global Trade Compliance Team Execution
• Provide direct and functional leadership to Global Trade Compliance team members in the U.S. and India to align workplans and execution with USP’s global trade compliance standards.
• Audit team capacity, workload, and operating processes to ensure resources are aligned to the highest-priority compliance risks and business needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce duplication, and strengthen execution while supporting sustainable workloads and team effectiveness.
• Support Team Development & Performance
• Set clear goals and performance expectations for direct reports, provide coaching and constructive documented feedback, and support professional development to strengthen team capability, consistency, and execution.
• Promote an Inclusive & Engaged Team Culture
• Model inclusive leadership behaviors aligned with USP’s Equity = Excellence philosophy. Create a psychologically safe environment where diverse perspectives are valued, engagement is high, and team members are empowered to contribute and grow.
• Partner Across the Organization
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders to provide practical trade compliance guidance, support risk identification, and integrate compliance requirements into day-to-day business processes.
• Maintain Practical Trade Compliance Risk Tolerance Levels
• Maintain practical trade compliance risk tolerance levels aligned with USP’s overall organizational risk profile, escalating higher-risk matters and recommending mitigation strategies that balance regulatory requirements, business needs, and mission impact.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance & Risk Mitigation
• Maintain oversight of classification processes (HTS, Schedule B, ECCN), jurisdiction and license determinations, and global classification databases.
• Resolve escalations and ensure appropriate training and access controls for restricted party screening programs.
• Manage External Partners & Operational Execution
• Coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders to support compliant and efficient import/export execution.
• Monitor service quality, address operational issues, and manage key processes such as AES filings, country-of-origin determinations, valuation, free trade agreements, and recordkeeping.
• Support Business Growth & Expansion
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify and address trade compliance requirements related to new product launches, global expansion, and evolving business activities.
• Support practical processes, guidance, and controls to enable compliant and efficient execution.
• Develop & Deliver Training Programs
• Design and implement role-based training programs to build organizational awareness and capability in import/export compliance, ensuring stakeholders understand responsibilities and requirements.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated Understanding of USP’s Mission, Commitment to Excellence Through Inclusive and Equitable Behaviors and Practices
• Ability to Quickly Build Credibility with Stakeholders
• Minimum of 8 years relevant experience with U.S. import and export regulations and global trade
• Minimum of 2 years people managerial experience
• Experience Collaborating with a Global Team
• Experience in a Functional Management Structure Preferred
• Extensive Knowledge of U.S. Export Laws and Regulations, Tariffs, U.S. Denied Parties and Sanctioned Country Laws and Regulations, Including OFAC and Other Country Trade Regulations
• Ability to Successfully Lead and Implement Compliance Initiatives with a Positive and Collaborative Style
• Ability to Plan and Manage Multiple Tasks While Working with Individuals Across the Organization at All Levels
• Licensed Customs Broker and/or Trade Related Certifications Required
• Strong Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, and Excellent Problem-Solving Skills
• Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced Environment with Time-Sensitive Submissions and Strict Reporting Deadlines
• Strong and Effective Verbal, Written, and Interpersonal Communication Skills
• Experience in the Pharmaceutical, Chemical, and Biologics Industry Area Preferred
• Demonstrated Ability to Manage Multiple and Complex Assignments While Paying Attention to Detail