At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead import and re-export operations across the US and Canada, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
- Company: Join Johnson & Johnson, a leader in healthcare innovation with a commitment to diversity.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous vacation, parental leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunity for regional and international travel, with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare while working in a dynamic and inclusive environment.
- Qualifications: 7+ years in customs compliance and strong knowledge of trade regulations required.
The predicted salary is between 74000 - 119600 $ per year.
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for an Import & Re-Export Lead US & Canada, located in West Chester or Markham Ontario.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end import, temporary import, and re-export activities across the US and Canada.
- Ensure compliance with U.S. and Canadian customs regulations, trade requirements, special regulations for temporarily importation of medical for sterilization and internal compliance standards.
- Lead customs programs including temporary imports, duty relief programs, duty drawback, bonded programs, and other customs special procedures.
- Support new product launches, network changes, and supply chain initiatives requiring customs and trade readiness.
- Oversee customs brokers and service providers, driving performance, governance, and issue resolution.
- Manage import documentation, permits, certifications, licenses and customs declarations.
- Identify and implement opportunities for duty optimization, cost savings, and process improvements.
- Lead customs audits, compliance reviews, and corrective action plans.
- Partner with Supply Chain, Logistics, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Trade Compliance teams to ensure uninterrupted movement of goods.
- Monitor operational performance through KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Logistics, Customs & Trade, or a related field.
- Minimum 7+ years of experience in import/export operations, customs compliance, or international trade.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian customs regulations and cross-border trade processes.
- Experience managing temporary importation, re-exportation, duty drawback, bonded programs, FTZs, and other customs special procedures.
- Proven experience managing customs brokers and third-party logistics providers.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change across a complex matrix organization.
Preferred
- Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) designation or equivalent customs certification.
- Experience within Medical Devices, Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, Life Sciences, or other highly regulated industries.
- Knowledge of customs valuation, tariff classification, country of origin, free trade agreements, and trade compliance programs.
- Exposure to SAP GTS or other global trade management platforms.
- Experience partnering with global stakeholders and operating within a matrixed, multinational organization.
- Proven ability to manage complex operational issues, assess risk, and drive compliant outcomes.
Other
- Language: English required; Portuguese and/or Spanish strongly preferred to support stakeholders across LATAM.
- Travel: Up to 25–30% regional and international travel.
- Certifications: Trade compliance or customs certifications preferred but not required.
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.
Import & Re-Export Lead US & Canada in Markham employer: Brighter Signals
At Johnson & Johnson, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and personal growth. Our commitment to employee development is matched by our dedication to diversity, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector. With competitive compensation and a focus on collaboration, working as a Product Specialist in the beautiful regions of Central and Western Canada provides a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking medical advancements while enjoying a supportive and engaging workplace culture.
