Global Trade Controls Manager

Johnson Johnson; Leeds; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Manager, Trade Controls to lead global trade controls strategies within Strategy & Transformation. You will partner with regional supply chain, logistics, compliance, and business leaders to embed controls into processes and operating models.

The role focuses on regulatory compliance, standardization, and risk mitigation to support growth while ensuring adherence to evolving trade regulations. Strong cross‑functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, International Trade, Logistics, or related field.
• Master's degree (MBA) or advanced certification preferred.
• 6–8 years of global trade compliance or related experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on SAP GTS experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives in a global, matrixed organization.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence 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

Trade compliance

Global logistics

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain

MBA or equivalent

Tools

SAP GTS

PowerBI

Excel

Job description

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Manager, Trade Controls to lead global trade controls strategies within Strategy & Transformation. You will partner with regional supply chain, logistics, compliance, and business leaders to embed controls into processes and operating models.

The role focuses on regulatory compliance, standardization, and risk mitigation to support growth while ensuring adherence to evolving trade regulations. Strong cross‑functional collaboration is essential.