Senior Specialist Global Trade Compliance & Risk Management

Job Description

Senior Specialist Global Trade Compliance & Risk Management

Purpose of the role

In this global role, you will strengthen the Global Trade Compliance team by embedding a structured trade compliance risk management framework, elevating customs valuation governance, and integrating AI-driven analytics into global import/export operations. Reporting to the Associate Director Global Trade Compliance (GTC), you will operate at the intersection of Supply Chain, Finance & TAX, Business Technology, Transportation and Procurement, ensuring robust compliance with international trade laws while minimizing regulatory, financial, and reputational risk.

This is a global remote position (NL, BE, PT, ES, IRL preferred).

Welcome to the team

Global Trade Compliance (GTC) is part of SCM Supply Chain Operations and acts as the guardian of compliant, secure, and seamless global trade flows.

The Global Trade Compliance’ team mission is to deliver:

• Zero (regulatory) surprises
• Zero penalties
• Zero delays

We achieve this through:

• Risk-based trade governance
• Advanced data analytics & building towards AI-enabled compliance monitoring
• Predictive compliance controls

The team consists of 1 Associate Director and 3 Senior Specialists operating globally.

Main responsibilities

Trade Compliance risk management & governance

• Design and enhance the Global Trade Compliance risk framework
• Conduct structured risk assessments across import/export flows
• Identify exposure in export controls, sanctions, customs valuation, HS-classification and origin
• Translate regulatory changes into actionable mitigation plans
• Strengthening internal control structures and compliance assurance programs
• Support audit readiness and regulatory inspections

Customs Valuation expertise

• Act as Subject Matter Expert in WTO Customs Valuation
• Govern valuation risks incl. intercompany pricing, royalties, assists, transfer pricing adjustments
• Strengthen customs valuation programs to ensure alignment with tax and finance
• Support customs audits and manage valuation-related inquiries
• Implement valuation governance best practices globally

AI-Driven Trade Compliance & data analytics

• Drive implementation and optimization of AI-powered denied party screening
• Improve HS classification accuracy through machine learning tools
• Use analytics to detect trade compliance anomalies and risk patterns
• Contribute to predictive compliance dashboards and KPIs
• Partner with IT to enhance automation within trade compliance systems

Operational excellence & continuous improvement

• Optimize global import/export policies and standards
• Champion global alignment across regions and business units
• Drive 100% compliance while increasing process efficiency
• Enable business optimization through world-class trade practices

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Collaborate with Business Technology, Finance, Tax, Regional Trade Compliance teams,  Transportation & Operations
• Act as strategic advisor to regional trade compliance teams
• Provide training and awareness on trade compliance risk exposure
• Elevate trade compliance maturity across the organization

Your Profile

You combine deep technical trade compliance expertise with a strong risk-based mindset and digital curiosity.

Experience & Background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in International Trade, Tax, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Law
• 5+ years of experience in Global Trade Compliance
• Strong experience in:
  • Customs Valuation
  • HS Classification
  • Preferential Origin
• Denied Party Screening, Sanctions & Export Controls
• Experience in pharmaceuticals, medical devices preferred
• Experience with AI-enabled compliance solutions is highly valued

Core Competencies

• Risk assessment & compliance governance
• Analytical & data-driven mindset
• Strong stakeholder management
• Ability to translate regulation into business-friendly controls
• Communicates with impact across functions, cultures and seniority levels

Why this role is strategic

Global trade compliance is evolving from operational execution to strategic risk management and predictive governance.

In this role you will:

• Reduce global regulatory exposure
• Strengthen customs valuation control frameworks
• Integrate AI into compliance monitoring
• Safeguard supply chain continuity

Contribute to future-ready, digitally enabled trade compliance

Secondary Job Description

Who We Are:

Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions.  Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates with a diverse background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants. 

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