Senior Manager, Trade Operations & Compliance

ModernaTX; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A pioneering biotechnology firm in Madrid is seeking a Senior Manager EMEA Trade Compliance. In this role, you will integrate trade compliance into core business processes and ensure adherence to regulations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in trade compliance and strong knowledge of EU customs laws. This position offers a chance to contribute to global health initiatives in an innovative environment.

Servicios

Quality healthcare and insurance benefits

Free premium access to fitness classes

Generous paid time off

Formación

• Minimum of 10 years of experience, including at least 6 in compliance.
• Strong knowledge of EU Customs Code and local customs laws.
• Experience managing customs brokers and freight forwarders.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as a subject matter expert on trade compliance regulations.
• Lead execution of trade compliance programs across classification and documentation.
• Monitor regulatory changes impacting trade operations.

Conocimientos

Employee Evaluation

Continuous Improvement

FDA Regulations

Management Experience

Process Improvement

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Leadership Experience

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Herramientas

SAP GTS

MIC

Descartes

Descripción del empleo

Overview

The Role

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that’s revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases.

As an employee you’ll be part of a continually growing organization working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide contributing to global health initiatives.

Moderna’s commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience with the potential to make a significant impact on patients’ lives worldwide.

Moderna is solidifying its footprint in Madrid, a city that thrives on creativity and innovation. As a crucial part of our commercial operations outside the United States, our Madrid office focuses on delivering our groundbreaking products to the Spanish market. We’re seeking professionals who are ready to contribute to our mission and shape the future of mRNA medicines in Spain.

As Senior Manager EMEA Trade Compliance you will play a critical role in shaping and advancing Moderna’s Global Trade & Operations Program throughout the EMEA region. You’ll act as a senior regional trade compliance expert ensuring all imports and exports are executed efficiently in full compliance with applicable regulations and aligned with global and regional business objectives. This role will spearhead strategy, enable operational excellence and drive continuous improvement through harmonization, digital enablement and process optimization. You will collaborate cross-functionally and serve as a key liaison to external regulatory authorities helping Moderna maintain both regulatory integrity and business agility across the region.

What You’ll Do

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Serve as the regional subject matter expert on EMEA customs and trade compliance regulations offering strategic and operational guidance across internal stakeholders.
• Lead the execution of Moderna’s trade compliance programs across classification, valuation, licensing, country of origin and recordkeeping.
• Champion digital optimization and the integration of trade compliance tools and automation platforms including SAP GTS, MIC and Descartes.
• Monitor evolving regulatory landscapes across the EMEA region and proactively assess their implications for Moderna’s trade operations.
• Design, implement and oversee trade compliance metrics, KPIs and broker performance dashboards to drive accountability and excellence.

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Manage day-to-day support for trade transactions across EMEA including imports, exports, documentation and product classification to ensure compliance and timeliness.
• Collaborate with Legal, Supply Chain, Finance, Tax, Procurement and Logistics to embed trade compliance into core business processes.
• Identify, propose and lead cost optimization initiatives such as special customs regimes, bonded warehouses and duty relief opportunities.
• Lead the preparation for and response to customs audits and investigations, serving as Moderna’s primary interface with EMEA customs and trade authorities.
• Deliver training and support knowledge-building initiatives across Moderna’s regional trade compliance network.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned, contributing to evolving operational and strategic priorities.

Moderna Mindsets

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

• We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.
• In this role your focus on digital trade compliance systems like SAP GTS, MIC and Descartes aligns directly with this mindset. You’ll be driving automation and digital efficiencies to enhance compliance and operational precision across the EMEA region.
• We behave like owners. The solutions we’re building go beyond any job description.
• As the regional trade compliance lead you will act autonomously and cross-functionally, owning the end-to-end compliance strategy and execution in EMEA. Your proactive and strategic ownership will be key to ensuring Moderna’s long-term success in this space.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of work experience including at least 6 years in a compliance, legal, auditing, or investigation role in life sciences, preferably in biotechnology, medical device and/or pharmaceutical industries.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Business, Economics, Finance, Supply Chain Management, International Business) or equivalent experience.
• Strong expertise in both operational trade execution and project management within complex international environments.
• Solid knowledge of EU Union Customs Code and local customs laws across EMEA including experience in import/export operations, dual-use regulations, classification, valuation, origin and free trade agreements.
• Proven experience managing customs brokers, freight forwarders and 3PLs as well as interactions with regulatory bodies across multiple jurisdictions.
• Demonstrated leadership in implementing digital trade compliance tools (e.g. SAP GTS, MIC, Descartes or similar systems).
• Strong communication, problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to influence across levels and geographies.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong critical thinking, sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Passion for your work and a curious mindset that challenges the status quo.
• Self-directed, proactive, motivated and a fast learner.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Communicate effectively in English, spoken and written.
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious and Collaborative.

At Moderna we believe that when you feel your best you can do your best work. That’s why our global benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you at work, at home and everywhere in between.

• Quality healthcare and insurance benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to create your own pathway to well-being
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition and mindfulness classes
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investments
• Location-specific perks and extras

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010 we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission, values and mindsets every day our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture of belonging. We are creating an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day please apply!

Moderna is committed to equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.

We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds and ideas we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position should contact the Accommodations and Adjustments team at (contact info).

Experience
Senior Manager

Key Skills

• Employee Evaluation
• Continuous Improvement
• FDA Regulations
• Management Experience
• Process Improvement
• Profit & Loss
• Operations Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning
• Leadership Experience
• P&L Management
• Supervising Experience

Employment Type

• Full-Time

Experience

• years

Vacancy

• 1