Manager, Global Clinical Supply Chain Import-Export Operations

Takeda Pharmaceuticals; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a patient-focused, innovation-driven company as a Manager in Global Clinical Supply Chain Import/Export Operations. You will oversee logistics and trade compliance activities, ensuring shipments meet all regulatory requirements. This role emphasizes vendor oversight and requires an expert understanding of logistics and international trade compliance laws. Be part of a collaborative workplace that values diversity and empowers employees to achieve their potential while contributing to a mission of better health and a brighter future.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in R&D material management and logistics.
• Expertise in international trade compliance laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage import/export transactions and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Prepare import/export documents and instruct customs brokers.

Skills

Logistics Management

Trade Compliance

Vendor Management

Process Improvement

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Science or Law

Tools

Customs Invoices

HTS Codes

FDA Product Codes

Job description

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Job Description

Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company to inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as a Manager, Global Clinical Supply Chain Import/Export Operations based in Cambridge reporting to the Senior Manager, Global Clinical Supply Chain Import/Export Operations.

At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. To do this, we empower our people to work towards their potential through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, we offer stimulating careers, and work toward excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to provide Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Here, you will be a necessary contributor to our inspiring, bold mission.

GOALS:

• Oversee and directly manage Takeda’s Import and Export Logistics and Trade Compliance activities while ensuring that shipments are executed in accordance with the rules and regulatory requirements of Customs and other applicable governmental agencies.
• The position places emphasis on developing and providing vendor oversight of carriers, freight forwarders and customs brokers in relation to import and export activities.
• Candidates should have an expert level of logistics understanding allowing them to tightly control shipment execution while exercising superior control over Takeda’s vendors.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Manage daily import and export transactions by providing direction and oversight to logistic vendors while executing communication with cross-functional Takeda teams to ensure the shipping process meets product quality control standards and compliance with all Import and Export regulations.
• Prepare relevant import/export documents (i.e., customs invoices, application for import/export permits) and determine classifications such as Country of Origin, HTS Codes, Export Commerce Control Number (ECCN), FDA product codes, and customs valuations for products.
• Instruct customs brokers and freight forwarders on the clearance of import/export transactions.
• Create educational and proactive communications to influence different functional groups to ensure import/export solutions adhere to international trade regulations and product quality.
• Assist in the management of the development of contracts, maintain vendor relationships, and ensure the cost-effective performance of all international logistical services providers.
• Develop and maintain updated control documents (policies, procedures, processes, and work instructions) for Import and Export activities.
• Work with internal stakeholders proactively to ensure import/export solutions adhere to international trade regulations and product quality.
• Identify key opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to eliminate compliance deficiencies in import/export operations.
• Optimize cold chain and temperature-controlled shipments to ensure regulatory compliance and product integrity.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred in Business, Science or Law.
• 6 or more years’ experience in R&D material management/clinical supplies/logistics, including 4 years’ experience in importing and exporting in relevant industries.
• Strong understanding and experience with international trade compliance laws and regulations including imports, exports, economic sanctions, Harmonization Tariff system (HTS), country of origin, and Free Trade Agreements.

Preferred:

• HAZMAT Certification IATA and DOT.
• US Customs Broker License.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location: Cambridge, MA

U.S. Base Salary Range: $108,500.00 - $170,500.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on various factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant, years of relevant experience, specific skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may also be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud of its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations

Cambridge, MA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes