Manager, EMEA Trade Lead

Job Function

Supply Chain Deliver

Multi‑Family Supply Chain Deliver

People Leader

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Manager, EMEA Trade Lead, located in Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom. This role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead EMEA trade compliance activities in alignment with global trade policies and regional regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the regional subject matter expert on customs, import/export controls, tariffs, free trade agreements, and trade regulations.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Legal, and Commercial teams to support compliant product movement and business operations.
• Oversee trade compliance processes, controls, and documentation to ensure audit readiness and regulatory adherence.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate trade‑related risks, including the impact of regulatory changes on EMEA operations.
• Support internal and external audits, regulatory inquiries, and engagements related to trade compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, data quality, and compliance governance.
• Provide guidance and training to regional stakeholders on trade compliance requirements and best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, Finance, or a related field (required).
• Master’s degree, MBA, or advanced coursework in trade, logistics, or compliance (preferred).

• Typically 6–8 years of experience in trade compliance, customs, supply chain, or a related field, with regional or global scope.
• Strong knowledge of EMEA trade regulations, customs requirements, and import/export controls.
• Experience leading or influencing cross‑functional teams in a matrixed organization.
• Demonstrated ability to assess regulatory risk and implement effective compliance controls.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulatory topics clearly.

• Experience in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or other highly regulated industries.
• Familiarity with global trade systems, ERP platforms, and compliance reporting tools.
• Experience supporting or leading regulatory audits and inspections.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Experience working across multiple EMEA markets and cultures.

• Language:
  English proficiency required; additional European languages preferred.
• Travel:
  Up to 20% international travel within EMEA.
• Certifications:
  
  Trade compliance or customs‑related certifications preferred.

• Analytical Reasoning
• Customer Centricity
• Demand Forecasting
• Developing Others
• Distribution Management
• Distribution Resource Planning (DRP)
• Financial Competence
• Inclusive Leadership
• Inventory Optimization
• Leadership
• Materials Handling
• Order Management
• Organizing
• Procurement Policies
• Productivity Planning
• Strategic Supply Chain Management
• Supply Chain
• Team Management

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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