Associate Director, Trade Compliance
BD
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Job summary
BD in the United States seeks an Associate Director of Trade Compliance to oversee global import/export activities, ensuring regulatory adherence and uninterrupted supply chain flows. The role requires leading licensed customs broker activities, tax and tariff strategies, and cross-functional collaboration with Regulatory, Legal, and Quality teams.
You will manage HTS classifications, origin marking, FTAs, and complex valuation, while directing brokers and CM partners to minimize risk and
Qualifications
- Active U.S. Customs Broker License (LCB) required.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field; advanced degree or legal cert is a plus.
- 8–10 years in international trade compliance, with 5+ years in import/export ops.
- Deep knowledge of 19 CFR, HTSUS, valuation, Incoterms 2020, and C-TPAT.
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, GTS) and automated data entry/filing (ACE).
- Strong matrix leadership and risk communication to executives.
Responsibilities
- Oversee trade compliance for US/global import/export activities.
- Lead LCB operations, binding rulings, protests, and post-entry actions.
- Design and scale policies, controls, and training across sites.
- Coordinate FDA NoA, product codes, and PGA import obligations.
- Manage HTS classifications, origin markings, and FTA reconcilations.
- Direct brokers, freight forwarders, and CM partners to optimize clearance.
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We are the people who give possibilities purpose
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
The Associate Director Trade Compliance leads the trade compliance and governance of U.S. and global trade import/export activities for a leading medical device manufacturing organization, alongside trade strategy and trade operations. This role ensures uninterrupted global supply chain flows and patient access while maintaining strict adherence to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Partner Government Agency (PGA) regulations, including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). A valid Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) credential is required to sign customs business, direct broker management, and act as the internal authority on tariff classification, valuation, and compliance frameworks.
- Regulatory Oversight & LCB Leadership: Serve as the company's qualified Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) responsible for supervising formal customs entries, binding rulings, protests, post-entry amendments, and prior disclosures.
- Program Management & Governance: Design, implement, and scale end-to-end trade compliance policies, work instructions, and internal controls across global manufacturing sites and distribution hubs.
- Medical Device Regulatory Intersection: Coordinate closely with Regulatory Affairs and Quality teams to manage FDA Notice of Arrival (NoA) requirements, product drop-codes, and other PGA import compliance obligations.
- Classification & Valuation: Oversee accurate Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications, country-of-origin markings, FTA, preferential and non-preferential Certificates of Origin and complex valuation determinations (including assists, royalties, and reconciliations), transfer pricing value and FTA reconciliations
- Broker & Supplier Management: Direct performance management of third-party customs brokers, freight forwarders, and overseas contract manufacturing partners to minimize risk and optimize clearance times.
- Trade Strategy & Duty Optimization: Implement and manage cost-saving tariff mitigation strategies and programs, such as Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), TIB, USMCA, duty drawback, First Sale, and Reconciliation programs.
- Maquila / IMMEX Compliance: Manage regulatory requirements for duty-free temporary imports, inventory controls, and virtual transfers specific to maquiladora operations
- Trade data creation and management (HS, COO, ECCN)
- Trusted Trader – Partner programs (AEO, CTPAT) that confer commercial benefits
- Audit & Risk Mitigation: Conduct ongoing internal trade import/export assessments, manage external CBP audits, and drive robust corrective action plans.
- Cross-Functional Business Partnering: Partner with Business Units, Logistics, Procurement, Supply Chain and Legal teams to identify duty mitigation opportunities, deliver continuous compliance training and operational alignment.
- Licensure: Active U.S. Customs Broker License (LCB) issued by CBP is strictly required.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Logistics, or a related field (Advanced degree or legal certification is a plus).
- Experience: Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive international trade compliance experience, with at least 5 years managing import & export operations within a multinational, FDA-regulated medical device, diagnostics, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
- Technical Knowledge: Deep expertise in 19 CFR (U.S. Customs Regulations), HTSUS classification, customs valuation, Incoterms® 2020, and C-TPAT supply chain security frameworks.
- Systems Proficiency: Demonstrated experience working with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, GTS) and automated customs data entry/filing environments (ACE).
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead in a matrixed corporate structure, communicate risk effectively to executive leadership, and manage cross-functional projects.
- Location: US - Franklin Lakes or San Diego
At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:
- Annual Bonus
- Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus
- Potential reimbursement of phone use
- Medical coverage
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Hospital Care Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accidental Injury Insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short-term disability coverage
- Long-term disability insurance
- Long-term care with life insurance
- Anxiety management program
- Wellness incentives
- Sleep improvement program
- Diabetes management program
- Virtual physical therapy
- Emotional/mental health support programs
- Weight management programs
- Gastrointestinal health program
- Substance use management program
- Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit
- BD 401(k) Plan
- BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
- 529 College Savings Plan
- Financial counseling
- Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
- Daily Pay
- College financial aid and application guidance
- Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
- Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
- MetLife Legal Plan
- Group auto and home insurance
- Pet insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Discounts on products and services
- Academic Achievement Scholarship
- Service Recognition Awards
- Employer matching donation
- Workplace accommodations
- Adoption assistance
- Backup day care and eldercare
- Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
- Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes
- Bereavement leaves
- Military leave
- Personal leave
- Family and Medical Leave (FML)
- Jury and Witness Duty Leave
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.
USA NJ - Franklin Lakes
USA CA - San Diego - Otay Mesa
NA (United States of America)
At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You".
Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.
Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.
$168,000.00 - $268,800.00 USD Annual
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