[Remote] Manager, Trade Controls
Johnson & JohnsonNote: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Johnson & Johnson is a healthcare innovation company operating across Innovative Medicine and MedTech. The Manager, Trade Controls will develop and execute global trade control strategies, provide expertise on import/export controls and customs compliance, and embed trade requirements into supply chain processes and transformation ini
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tiatives. The role will also drive standardization, assess trade-related risks, monitor regulatory changes, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
Responsibilities
• Lead the development and execution of global trade controls strategies aligned with Global Supply Chain objectives and transformation initiatives
• Provide subject-matter expertise on import/export controls, sanctions, and customs compliance to support global supply chain operations
• Partner with strategy, transformation, and operational teams to embed trade compliance requirements into new processes, systems, and operating models
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement of trade compliance processes, controls, and governance across regions
• Assess trade-related risks and develop mitigation strategies to support uninterrupted global supply and regulatory compliance
• Support global initiatives such as network optimization, supplier transitions, and new product introductions from a trade controls perspective
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (Supply Chain, Legal, Compliance, Finance, IT) to ensure alignment and effective execution of trade controls requirements
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess business impact, translating requirements into practical, scalable solutions
Skills
• Required: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, International Trade, Logistics, or a related field
• Typically 6–8 years of progressive experience in global trade compliance, supply chain, or related functions, with exposure to international operations
• Strong working knowledge of global trade controls, import/export regulations, and customs requirements
• 3+ years of hands-on SAP GTS experience working directly within SAP GTS managing Sanctioned Party List, legal regulations, export licenses and block resolution
• Experience supporting or leading cross-functional initiatives in a global, matrixed organization
• Demonstrated ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical business processes
• Effective communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels
• Language: Proficiency in English required
• Travel: Limited; up to ~15–20% domestic and international travel, as needed
• Preferred: Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) or advanced certification in trade compliance or supply chain
• Experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or another highly regulated industry
• Experience supporting supply chain transformation, digital enablement, or operating model redesign
• Experience with customs brokerage systems, data analytics tools, PowerBI and intermediate Excel skills (pivot table, Vlookup, Xlookup, graphs)
• Prior people leadership or project leadership experience
• Professional certification (e.g., customs, trade compliance, or supply chain)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills
• Additional languages are a plus
• Trade compliance or customs certifications preferred but not required
Benefits
• Hybrid work
Company Overview
• Johnson & Johnson develops medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods. It was founded in 1886, and is headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.jnj.com.
Company H1B Sponsorship
• Johnson & Johnson has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 23 in 2026, 48 in 2025, 56 in 2024, 58 in 2023, 59 in 2022, 44 in 2021, 27 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.