Manager, EMEA Export Compliance – Export Controls

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Bristol Myers Squibb is a leading global biopharma company focused on discovering, developing and delivering innovative medicines for patients with serious diseases in areas including oncology, haematology, immunology, cardiovascular and neuroscience. Our employees work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.

Bristol Myers Squibb has been in operation in Ireland since 1964, employing over 650 people across a range of activities and business units. Many of the global business services, including the European Treasury Centre, Market Supply Operations and Commercial Operations have a presence in Ireland. 

Ireland is also home to External manufacturing’s global headquarters, the business unit responsible for the management of manufacturing contract operations (CMO’s) and ensuring reliable supply of product to patients across the Bristol Myers Squibb global network.

Located in Dublin, Cruiserath Biologics Campus, a one billion Multi-Product Cell Culture Biologics Manufacturing facility plays a central role in the Global Product Development and Supply (GPS) network as the company’s first European biologics manufacturing facility.  This state of the art facility will produce multiple therapies for the company’s growing biologics portfolio. Global Biologics Laboratory (GBL) responsible for the release testing of Biologics Drug product for the network, is also based on the Cruiserath Biologics Campus.

For more information about Bristol Myers Squibb, visit us at BMS.com/ie

The Role

Bristol Myers Squibb is looking to recruit a permanent Manager, EMEA Export Compliance – Export Controls.

The incumbent will ensure export compliance for BMS Europe operations, with potential for APAC support. This will involve compliance with Global federal guidelines and adhere to regulations, including those related to export controls, denied parties, and embargoed countries.

Provide support for export transactions escalated to the Corporate Customs & Trade Compliance organization for proper invoice practices, ECCN/Licensing Requirements, denied parties, embargoed countries, and more.

Coordinate trade compliance operations with EMEA export team and provide support as needed.

Support regional import compliance as requested.

Demonstrate commitment to excellence, integrity, and willingness to take ownership and accountability for results.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure effective export compliance operations for all BMS business units within Europe
• Manage the export license management program throughout Europe and support global license management
• Manage the identification of controlled articles for export including tangible and intangible goods which are subject to the EU dual-use regulations
• Support the implementation of export compliance processes and policies to all BMS business units across the globe
• Advise BMS business units regarding sanctions and restricted party compliance
• Assist with providing guidance and direction as needed on Export Compliance Laws and Regulations, including, but not limited to:
  • The assignment Control List Number (CLN) and Combined Nomenclature (CN) for exports
  • Promptly and accurately resolving customer shipment problems
  • Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment (DETE) in Ireland
  • Export Controls Joint Unit (ECJU) in The UK
  • Cellule Licences Armes et Biens À Double Usage in Belgium
• Support self-assessment programs and internal audits of BMS’s export compliance program
• Remain current on Export Laws and Regulations and work with sites and other stakeholders to determine business changes required to address new regulations or changes to regulations
• Provide support to other company wide projects or initiatives, as needed
• Maintain and update regional Internal Control Program (ICP) as appropriate.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Required:

• A minimum of 4 years in Supply Chain/Finance/Logistics experience, which includes at least 2 years in a Trade Compliance role (required)
• Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or International Trade, preferred - MBA degree a plus
• Expertise of European and US Export regulations
• Knowledge Export Controls, Sanctions, Anti-boycott and Restricted Party Screening regulations
• Understanding of global biologics manufacturing, logistics and distribution operations
• Knowledge of export practices in Europe and the United States
• Knowledge of the following areas:
  • Product Harmonized Code Classification; ECCN & CLN classifications, valuation, and Country of Origin determinations for pharmaceutical products
  • Government export regulations
  • Regulatory & Compliance functions
• Knowledge and experience in conducting export audits
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate ideas, lead and persuade others to accomplish challenging goals and objectives
• Demonstrated project management and team building skills
• Experience in working and building relationships with both internal and external customers and achieving results through influence
• Self-starter and the ability to work independently
• Highly organized, demonstrating attention to details
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
• Strong computer skills.  Experienced in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SAP/GTS

Why you should apply

• You will help patients in their fight against serious diseases
• You will be part of a company that encourages excellence and innovation, respects diversity, develops leaders and values its employees.
• You’ll get a competitive salary and a great benefits package

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If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

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