Manager, Trade Controls

Johnson Johnson; Ringaskiddy; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson, Ringaskiddy, Ireland, seeks a Manager, Trade Controls to shape and enable compliant, scalable global trade processes. You will partner with regional supply chain, compliance, and business leaders to embed controls into operating models and drive standardization across regions.

The role supports global initiatives and requires strong SAP GTS experience, regulatory acumen, and leadership in a complex, matrixed organization. This is a strategic, high-impact position.

Qualifications

• Typically 6–8 years of progressive experience in global trade compliance or related functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of global trade controls strategies aligned with Global Supply Chain objectives.
• Provide SME on import/export controls, sanctions, and customs compliance to support global operations.
• Embed trade compliance requirements into processes, systems, and operating models.
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement of trade controls across regions.
• Assess regulatory changes and translate into practical, scalable solutions.
• Support network optimization, supplier transitions, and new product introductions from a trade controls perspective.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Legal, Compliance, Finance, and IT to ensure alignment and execution of trade controls requirements.

Skills

Global trade knowledge

SAP GTS experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory interpretation

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's in Supply Chain / Business / International Trade / Logistics

MBA or advanced trade compliance certification

Tools

SAP GTS

PowerBI

Excel (advanced)

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.

Job Function

Supply Chain Deliver

Job Sub Function

Transportation Services

Job Category

People Leader

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.

Experience and Skills

Required:

• 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 anal