Global Trade & Tariffs Strategy Director

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 152,700 - 267,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) savings plan

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking an Associate Director, Trade & Tariffs to shape the enterprise response to U.S. trade, tariff, and cross-border challenges. This high-visibility role will advise senior leadership on strategic matters that impact supply chain, sourcing, and manufacturing operations.

Collaborate across Corporate Tax, Public Affairs, Finance, Legal, and IT to manage risk and opportunities. The role involves travel and a focus on governance, analytics, and tech-enabled improvements to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field such as Accounting, Economics, Finance, or International Trade.
• Advanced degree or professional certification is highly desired.
• Significant +10 years’ experience in corporate trade, tariffs, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic advisor to leadership on trade and tariff matters affecting supply chain and sourcing.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and monitor evolving trade developments for executive insight.
• Partner with Tax, Finance, Legal, and IT to implement compliant trade strategies and governance.
• Drive process improvements using analytics and technology to increase transparency.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Advanced degree

Licensed customs broker credential

CPA license

Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills

Excellent communication skills (oral and written)

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP GTS

S/4HANA

Job description

Novo Nordisk is seeking an Associate Director, Trade & Tariffs to shape the enterprise response to U.S. trade, tariff, and cross-border challenges. This high-visibility role will advise senior leadership on strategic matters that impact supply chain, sourcing, and manufacturing operations.

Collaborate across Corporate Tax, Public Affairs, Finance, Legal, and IT to manage risk and opportunities. The role involves travel and a focus on governance, analytics, and tech-enabled improvements to drive