Director, Global Customs & Trade Compliance

Bristol Myers Squibb • New Brunswick, NJ

22h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Director of Global Customs & Trade Compliance to lead our customs strategy and ensure adherence to international trade regulations. This leadership position is responsible for driving global alignment, optimizing duty savings, and managing compliance across all our operations. You'll work closely with regional teams to develop and implement effective trade strategies that support our global supply chain.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in global trade compliance, with a strong background in a highly regulated industry, preferably biopharma.
• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s or advanced degree is preferred.
• Proven ability to interpret complex government regulations and translate them into actionable business strategies.
• Demonstrated success in leading and mentoring geographically dispersed, diverse teams.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Experience in managing customs audits and engaging with government enforcement authorities.
• Knowledge of and experience with certifications such as C-TPAT, AEO, and FTZ is essential.

Nice To Haves

• US Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Influence and execute the strategic direction for global customs compliance.
• Partner with Regional Compliance Leads to standardize and optimize global trade activities, policies, and procedures.
• Design and deliver training programs to enhance customs compliance capabilities across the enterprise.
• Lead initiatives to maximize duty savings through strategic use of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), Free Trade Zones (FTZs), and other duty reduction programs.
• Establish global frameworks to support participation in government partnership programs (e.g., C-TPAT, AEO) and ensure continuous audit readiness.
• Serve as a key partner to internal teams (Tax, Legal, Finance) and external partners to align on global trade strategies.
• Oversee the assignment of Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications for products and commodities.
• Serve as the primary backup to the Executive Director, ensuring continuity of leadership and strategic decision-making.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
• Work-life benefits include: Paid Time Off US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees) Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays Based on eligibility, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day. All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees