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Global Trade Compliance Specialist at Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Experience:

Mid-level (2-5 years)

Work from:

United Kingdom

Offer summary

Qualifications:

BA/BS required, Licensed Customs Broker or equivalent certification, Some years’ experience with customs import data and audits, Understanding of export/import requirements and operations, Familiarity with analytical tools like Excel and Oracle.

Key responsabilities:

Support Vertex's global trade operations for imports and exports
Act as operational contact with trade service providers
Prepare shipping documents and maintain compliance records
Conduct internal trade compliance audits and corrective actions
Collaborate on customs-related reporting and minimize expenses

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Pharmaceuticals Large https://global.vrtx.com/

1001 - 5000 Employees

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Job description

Job Description

Global Trade Compliance Specialist

General Summary:

The Trade & Distribution Specialist support Vertex commercial, clinical, development and research export and import activities by ensuring the uninterrupted, compliant, and efficient movement of product across Vertex’s global drug supply chain, clinical and research networks.

This is a remote role based in UK.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Support all aspects of Vertex’s export and import trade operations within scope of role, including:
Finished goods (commercial drug) import shipments to 3PL Distribution Centres and exports to customers in coordination with Vertex ISC Logistics team
Research, development, analytical samples, equipment, and other non-commercial import and export shipments to Vertex’s sites in coordination with Lab Services (shipping) function and others
Together with GTC Sr Managers, act as an operational trade contact with Vertex trade managed service provider, customs broker, freight forwarders and carriers and other logistics providers in managing these shipments
As a member of the global trade compliance team, together with Vertex’s logistics function and managed service provider:
Enter and update transactions and master data in Vertex systems.
Prepare and/or finalise shipping documents for Vertex-owned goods being exported and imported.
Conduct ongoing internal trade compliance monthly post-entry audits and support with the implementation of any corrective actions, as needed.
Build and maintain strong relationships with managed service provider and customs brokers.
Monitor customs broker compliance.
Collaborate with Tax Department on customs-related reporting.
Support efforts to minimize expenses, reduce delays, risks and secure the various supply chain Vertex is involved in
Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.

Knowledge and Skills:

Understanding of export/import requirements and operations including HTS, ECCN, PGA, COO, requirements.
Familiarity with requirements export and import requirements for markets within scope of role
Knowledge of standard export import processes.
Familiarity in working alongside customs brokers, managed service providers and logistics providers with proven results.
Strong digital analytical skills using software such as Excel, SharePoint, Alteryx, and other report writing and analytical tools; and well as enterprise software systems like Oracle.

Education and Experience:

BA/BS required. Licensed Customs Broker or equivalent certification or equivalent experience
Some years’ experience with customs import data and post-clearance audits.

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Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com.