Global Trade Controls Leader

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Leeds; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Manager, Trade Controls to lead global trade controls strategy from Leeds, UK. You will partner with Supply Chain, Legal, Compliance, and Finance to embed controls into processes and systems, driving standardization and regulatory compliance across regions.

The role includes managing import/export controls, sanctions, and licenses, influencing operating models, and supporting business growth while navigating evolving regulations.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, International Trade, Logistics, or related field.
• Preferred: MBA or advanced certification in trade compliance or supply chain.
• Typically 6–8 years of progressive experience in global trade compliance or related functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of global trade controls strategies across regions.
• Provide subject‑matter expertise on import/export controls and sanctions.
• Embed trade compliance requirements into processes, systems, and operating models.
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement of trade controls and governance.
• Assess trade‑related risks and develop mitigation strategies for compliant supply chains.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to align trade controls requirements.

Skills

Global trade controls

SAP GTS

Cross-functional leadership

Trade compliance experience

Regulatory translation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

MBA or advanced certification (preferred)

Tools

SAP GTS

Power BI

Excel (advanced)

Job description

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Manager, Trade Controls to lead global trade controls strategy from Leeds, UK. You will partner with Supply Chain, Legal, Compliance, and Finance to embed controls into processes and systems, driving standardization and regulatory compliance across regions.

The role includes managing import/export controls, sanctions, and licenses, influencing operating models, and supporting business growth while navigating evolving regulations.