Manager - Import / Export Operations
Vienna, Vienna- Job Type: Full Time
- Job Level: Senior
- Travel: Minimal
At Takeda, we exist to create better health for people and a brighter future for the world. While we continually evolve science and technology, our ambition remains steadfast — we move science forward so we can transform more lives. The Global Development Office (GDO) maintains a laser focus on Study Management and Site Engagement, Clinical Trial Innovation, Clinical Supply Chain and Patient Safety to ensure absolute quality and enable the predictable delivery of our innovative pipeline.
Through its collaborative process, the GDO team leverages data, digital and analytics to improve speed, quality, performance and predictability within every area of clinical development. We’re building a platform to visualize operational data and enable predictive analytics, while leveraging digital technologies to support clinical supply chain and patient safety. GDO also partners with external organizations and leading academic institutions, such as MIT, to spark innovation in AI and Machine Learning focused on better patient outcomes.
At the heart of GDO are our people: we are committed to building a more diverse, equitable and inclusive culture not only within our own walls and our communities, but also across our clinical trials. It is our passion for people that transforms our work into meaningful action. Come join a team that has earned trust for more than two centuries and advances transformative therapies with honesty, integrity and fairness.
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Job Description
At our heart we are committed colleagues. We offer interested people numerous opportunities and strongly believe in, and promote, diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a company we offer roles based on merit, welcoming candidates of any gender, age, religious belief, sexual orientation, race, color, ethnic or social origin, or disability.
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OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE:
Supervise R&D / Clinical import and export activities within the EU.
Ensure Takeda R&D import/export activities are conducted in accordance with Customs and other applicable governmental regulations and guidelines.
Act as liaison with Customs/Tax authorities and administer special customs procedures such as Tariff Suspension, Inward Processing, Bonded Warehousing and Preferential Origin Applications.
Operate in a individual contributor role with an emphasis placed on supporting both import/export logistics activities and applicable trade compliance activities.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Supervise Takeda’s EU Customs Broker relationships and direct daily import and export activities.
Manage Inward Processing Authorization applications, Preferential Origin applications and Duty Suspension filings.
Prepare relevant import/export documents (i.e., pro forma/customs invoices, application for import/export permits, veterinary permits), request valuations for R&D materials, provide classifications of HTS (TARIC) and determine Country of Origin.
Support the maintenance of a centralized, automated import/export system by updating trade regulations of countries and product classifications.
Collaborate and work cross functionally with internal stakeholders proactively to influence (networking, interacting with senior personnel. Working under direction. with support and ensure import/export solutions being considered adhere to international trade regulations.
Supervise Transportation Service Providers when necessary (carriers and freight forwarders).
Manage future DG / ADR / IATA activities (Certification would be expected within the first year)
CORE ELEMENTS RELATED TO THIS ROLE:
Must understand the Harmonized Tariff System and EU Customs Code.
Must have advanced working knowledge of import Duty and VAT, Intrastat reporting and T1/T2 transit bonds and Inward Processing.
Ability to interact effectively at high levels, between internal customers, suppliers and external vendors to manage and resolve issues and to provide effective feedback.
Must be able to recognize potential conflict and escalate when necessary.
Must have hands-on experience with WCO standards, identifying when global import-export regulations apply, EU Customs, Dual Use items and controlled-substance.
EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
Bachelors Degree (EU Equivelant), preferred in Business, Tax, Logistics or similar.
8 years experience in Logistics and Trade Compliance
2 years experience importing/exporting advanced R&D, Medical Devices, Chemicals, High-tech electronics or Defense industry items.
Strong understanding and ability to interpret the EU Customs Code.
Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills and personal judgement
Ability to work independendly and exercise independent sound judment
Ability to cleary advise, explain and discuss material and complex matters with internal collegagues and external customers
Ability to develop, present, and follow through on innovative solutions
Must e a team player and have the ability to lead and train cross-functional project teams
Preferred:
Advanced understanding of Inward Processing management and Preferential Origin determinations and applications
Hands-on experience working directly with Revenue, Tax and Customs Authorities
ADR/IATA Certifications
Empowering our people to shine
At Takeda, we earn the trust of society and our customers through our values of Takeda-ism: Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, Perseverance. We incorporate these values in everything we do. They represent who we are and how we act. They help us make decisions that we can be proud of today and in the future. We enable our employees to develop their full potential. As a global top employer, we offer exciting career paths, promote innovation, and strive for top performance in everything we do. Takeda fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and international work environment where our teams are united by their relentless commitment to our goal of improving people's health and creating a better future for the world.
Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion
Takeda is committed to foster diversity, equality, and inclusion. Hiring decisions are based entirely on qualifications and are made regardless of gender, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability.
If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool!
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