Sr. Manager Global Trade Compliance
About The Position
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 5 Jun 2026 At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world. About the Role The Senior Manager, Trade Compliance will lead the development and execution of MiniMed’s global trade compliance strategy as the company transitions to a fully independent organization. This role is responsible for enabling compliant, efficient, and cost effective global movement of MiniMed’s insulin pumps, CGMs, and accessories—ensuring uninterrupted patient access to life changing therapies worldwide. Reporting into Global Operations, this role partners closely with Legal, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Tax, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, IT, and key external partners to support TSA separation activities, global distribution, and new market expansion. The role has a direct and visible impact on regulatory compliance, supply continuity, and operational cost optimization across the business. This position is remote with periodic domestic travel and select international markets (approximately 10–20%). The role reports to the Director, Global Trade Program Logistics.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of global trade compliance experience and 5+ years leadership experience OR Advanced degree and 5+ years of global trade compliance experience and 5+ years leadership experience
Nice To Haves
- MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain, International Business, or related field
- Trade compliance certifications (e.g., CUSECO, CCS, CES)
- Experience in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or regulated healthcare industries
- Direct experience supporting divestitures, TSA transitions, or corporate separations
- Strong working knowledge of SAP GTS, sanctions screening, and trade automation tools
- Experience working with contract manufacturers and global 3PL networks
- Demonstrated success driving duty savings, FTZ strategies, and trade process optimization
Responsibilities
- Build and lead MiniMed’s standalone global trade compliance function, including policies, governance, and operating processes.
- Own the Trade Compliance TSA workstream, ensuring a smooth and compliant exit from Medtronic trade services by November 2027 with no patient supply disruption.
- Develop and implement global trade playbooks covering HTS classification, customs valuation, Incoterms, documentation, and audit readiness.
- Establish and optimize IOR structures across global markets, including regions without a local MiniMed legal entity.
- Manage customs brokers, POAs, and 3PL relationships to ensure efficient, compliant cross‑border operations.
- Ensure adherence to import/export regulations, sanctions screening, export controls, Nairobi Protocol requirements, and FDA‑related trade obligations.
- Drive duty mitigation, drawback programs, FTZ utilization, and routing optimization to deliver measurable cost savings.
- Partner with Legal, Regulatory, Tax, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, IT, and contract manufacturers to align global distribution and manufacturing flows.
- Build and develop a high‑performing Trade Compliance team to support MiniMed’s growth and global footprint.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- life insurance
- long-term disability leave
- dependent daycare spending account
- incentive plans
- 401(k) plan with company match
- short-term disability coverage
- paid time off and holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement
- Capital Accumulation Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
