Manager, Trade Controls

Antler Co

Loughbeg

On-site

EUR 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Johnson & Johnson’s DePuy Synthes division seeks a Manager of Trade Controls to lead global trade compliance initiatives across multiple countries, including Ireland. The role partners with Supply Chain, Legal, Compliance, Finance, and IT to embed controls into processes and systems.

The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of import/export regulations, 6–8 years of experience in trade compliance, and experience with SAP GTS and PowerBI. Travel up to 15–20% may be required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, International Trade, Logistics, or a related field.
Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) or advanced certification in trade compliance or supply chain.

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 to ensure alignment and effective execution of trade controls requirements.
Monitor regulatory changes and assess business impact, translating requirements into practical, scalable solutions.

Skills

Global trade compliance

Supply chain

SAP GTS

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, International Trade, Logistics, or related field

MBA or equivalent / advanced certification in trade compliance or supply chain

Tools

SAP GTS

PowerBI

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

All Job Posting Locations:

Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland

Job Description

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Manager, Trade Controls, located in the United States or Ireland or the United Kingdom or Switzerland.

Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):

United States - Requisition Number: R-092255
Ireland - Requisition Number: R-091223
United Kingdom - Requisition Number: R-092264
Switzerland - Requisition Number: R-092265

Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.

The Manager, Trade Controls sits within Strategy & Transformation, playing a critical role in shaping and enabling compliant, efficient, and scalable global trade processes. This position partners closely with regional supply chain, logistics, compliance, and business leaders to ensure trade controls are embedded into global supply chain strategies, transformation initiatives, and day‑to‑day operations. The role offers the opportunity to influence global operating models, drive standardization, and support business growth while ensuring compliance with evolving global trade regulations.

Key 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.

Qualifications

Education

Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, International Trade, Logistics, or a related field.
Preferred: Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) or advanced certification in trade compliance or supply chain.

Required

Experience and Skills

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.

Preferred

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.

Other

Language: Proficiency in English required; additional languages are a plus.
Travel: Limited; up to ~15–20% domestic and international travel, as needed.
Certifications: Trade compliance or customs certifications preferred but not required.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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