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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location.  The anticipated wage for this position is

Organization Overview:
This operationally focused role will serve as the Process Owner for the Value for Customs process for investigational products in Clinical Trial Distribution, acting as the primary contact for escalation/issue resolution and the key resource for the Item Country Pricing (Valuation) process.  The Process Owner will be responsible for executing item/country pricing calculations for new items in CT WIN, ensuring the correct mapping of SAP batches to shipping countries.  The Process Owner will be accountable for completion of any required updates of the pricing tools associated with the Value for Customs process.  This includes working with Global Tax to ensure receipt of transfer pricing and working with resource modelling and forecasting to update the pricing tools for non­marketed materials, as appropriate.  The role will also play a crucial part in the development and maintenance of the customs valuation process for both New Drug Products (NDP) and finished goods (FING).  Additionally, as key supporting function within PR&D Import Export Services, the role will assist the team with U.S. import and export daily tasks and operations.  Reporting to the leader of PR&D Trade Compliance, the individual will work closely with stakeholders across Clinical Supply and Delivery, Global Tax, Pricing, Reimbursement, and Market Access (PRA), and other key functions to ensure the timely and efficient execution of customs-related activities across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities:

Customs Valuation Process Ownership:

The role will act as the primary process owner for managing the Value for Customs process Value for Customs process for investigational Products in Clinical Trial Distribution.  This includes overseeing the accurate determination and documentation of customs values for both NDP and FING shipments, ensuring compliance with U.S. and international regulations.  The role will be integral to the establishment, execution, and continuous improvement of a standardized, sustainable valuation framework that ensures alignment with global trade laws and company practices.

Cross-functional Collaboration and Issue Resolution:

Serve as the central point of contact for the escalation and resolution of pricing-related issues, collaborating with internal stakeholders and external vendors to identify and mitigate any risks or discrepancies.  The role will be crucial in coordinating efforts with US Import/Export compliance experts, Global Tax, and Pricing teams to ensure that transfer pricing is accurately reflected, and that the valuation process aligns with corporate financial and operational objectives.

Pricing Calculation and Tool Management:

The Process Owner will be responsible for executing item/country pricing calculations for new items in CT WIN, ensuring the correct mapping of SAP batches to shipping countries.  This will involve frequent access to internal systems like SAP to determine material and pack types, ensuring that all necessary data points are accounted for in the customs valuation process.  Additionally, the role will be responsible for maintaining the accuracy of item/country pricing tools and regularly updating these tools as per evolving regulations and business requirements.

Global Compliance Monitoring and Updates:

Regularly monitor global customs regulations and trade compliance requirements to ensure the organization’s valuation practices remain up to date and fully compliant.  This includes working closely with the leader of PR&D Trade Compliance and other cross-functional leaders to implement process updates and improvements as necessary, ensuring adherence to ever-changing global trade laws.

Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Alignment:

In collaboration with the Pricing, Reimbursement, and Market Access (PRA) team, the individual will help align pricing strategies to incorporate regulatory requirements, data sharing, and analysis that will drive both operational efficiency and market access.  The role will require proactive engagement in identifying and mitigating pricing risks and ensuring alignment between clinical and commercial pricing strategies.

Operational Support for the Clinical Trial Network:

Provide critical operational support in the coordination and execution of pricing and customs valuation tasks within the clinical trial network, particularly regarding the distribution of investigational products.  This includes ensuring that pricing is executed in accordance with trial timelines, regional regulations, and organizational standards, thereby enabling seamless trial operations across multiple geographies.

Process Improvement and Efficiency:

Continuously look for ways to streamline and improve internal processes related to customs valuation and clinical distribution pricing.  This will involve identifying opportunities for automation, reducing redundancies, and improving the timeliness and accuracy of pricing calculations.  The individual will also play a key role in enhancing the Value for Customs process by contributing to process mapping, training, and tool development.

Basic Requirements/ Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, supply chain/logistics or a related field.

Proficiency in SAP, CT WIN, and other relevant enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, as well as advanced analytical skills for data analysis and reporting.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

Experience in customs and imports/ export operations

Proven ability to work cross-functionally with internal teams, such as Clinical Supply, Tax, Pricing, and Legal, to ensure alignment with business and regulatory objectives.

Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Solid understanding of U.S. and international import/export compliance regulations, including customs valuation and transfer pricing requirements.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders across multiple departments and external partners.

Critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to address complex issues in a timely and efficient manner.

Ability to operate in a team-based environment with a high degree of emphasis on accountability, customer service, cost reduction, and regulatory compliance.

Demonstrated experience in managing global shipping operations, inventory management, and material requirements planning (MRP) processes.

Ability to lead and manage projects involving multiple stakeholders across global regions.

Experience with trade compliance laws, customs regulations, and financial analysis within the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector.

Background in financial analysis and cost management related to customs and distribution pricing.

Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Automation of manual systems.

Familiarity with pricing strategies and regulatory frameworks within clinical trial and commercial distribution environments.

Additional Information:

Must be fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Travel: 0 to 20%

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