Associate Director, Global Trade Compliance

Gilead Sciences

. Define and execute the global trade compliance strategy aligned to corporate, supply chain, and financial objectives .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $165,495 - $214,170 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep expertise in global trade compliance, including import/export regulations and customs compliance, while effectively managing trade risks and optimizing compliance processes. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and engage with executive stakeholders in complex regulatory environments.

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Global Trade Compliance StrategyImport/Export RegulationsCustoms ComplianceTrade Risk ManagementCompliance Program Development

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Hard Skills

Import/Export ComplianceCustoms RegulationsHarmonized Tariff ScheduleTrade OptimizationFinancial ReportingDuty ForecastingRisk AssessmentAudit ReadinessData IntegrityTrade Compliance Systems

Soft Skills

Strong JudgmentExecutive-Level Stakeholder EngagementCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

SAP GTS

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechRegulated IndustriesSupply ChainFinancial Flows

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute the global trade compliance strategy aligned to corporate, supply chain, and financial objectives
Establish global policies, procedures, and governance frameworks for import/export compliance
Maintain oversight of export controls, sanctions, and customs regulations
Oversee import/export activities including classification, valuation, country of origin, and licensing
Ensure controls for Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification and customs declarations
Provide trade guidance for product launches, clinical supply, and market expansion
Collaborate with Tax and Finance on customs valuation, intercompany pricing, financial reporting, duty forecasting, cost visibility, accruals, and financial planning
Lead risk assessments, mitigation strategies, internal controls, and audit readiness
Own internal audits and support regulatory audits
Manage export licenses, permits, and certifications and engage customs authorities and regulatory agencies
Identify trade optimization opportunities such as FTAs, duty drawback, and inward processing
Drive standardization of trade compliance processes and documentation
Implement and optimize trade compliance systems such as SAP GTS or equivalent
Enhance automation, data integrity, and reporting capabilities
Partner with Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Commercial, Legal, Tax, and Finance
Advise senior leadership on trade-related risks, costs, and opportunities
Develop enterprise-wide trade compliance training programs
Lead and develop a high-performing global team

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA and 10+ years of relevant experience in global trade compliance in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated industries required, OR MA/MS and 8+ years, OR PhD and 5+ years
Deep expertise in import/export regulations, customs compliance, and trade risk management
Strong understanding of supply chain, financial flows, and regulatory implications
Demonstrated experience partnering with Legal, Tax, and Finance functions
Experience building and scaling global compliance programs
Advanced degree (Masters) strongly preferred
Ability to balance compliance rigor with operational and financial performance
Strong judgment in complex regulatory and financial environments
Executive-level stakeholder engagement across Supply Chain, Legal, and Finance
Ability to operate in matrixed, global environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
Paid time off
Company-sponsored medical insurance
Company-sponsored dental insurance
Company-sponsored vision insurance
Company-sponsored life insurance