Manager, Trade Controls

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. Learn more at jnj.com . As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: Supply Chain Deliver Job Sub Function: Transportation Services Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland Job Description: DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Manager, Trade Controls, located in the United States or Ireland or the United Kingdom or Switzerland. Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s): United States - Requisition Number: R-092255 Ireland - Requisition Number: R-091223 United Kingdom - Requisition Number: R-092264 Switzerland - Requisition Number: R-092265 Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission. The Manager, Trade Controls sits within Strategy & Transformation, playing a critical role in shaping and enabling compliant, efficient, and scalable global trade processes. This position partners closely with regional supply chain, logistics , compliance, and business leaders to ensure trade controls are embedded into global supply chain strategies, transformation initiatives, and day ‑ to ‑ day operations. The role offers the opportunity to influence global operating models, drive standardization, and support business growth while ensuring compliance with evolving global trade regulations. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and execution of global trade controls strategies aligned with Global Supply Chain objectives and transformation initiatives. Provide subject ‑ matter expertise on import/export controls, sanctions, and customs compliance to support global supply chain operations. Partner with strategy, transformation, and operational teams to embed trade compliance requirements into new processes, systems, and operating models. Drive standardization and continuous improvement of trade compliance processes, controls, and governance across regions. Assess trade ‑ related risks and develop mitigation strategies to support uninterrupted global supply and regulatory compliance. Support global initiatives such as network optimization, supplier transitions, and new product introductions from a trade controls perspective. Collaborate with cross ‑ functional stakeholders (Supply Chain, Legal, Compliance, Finance, IT) to ensure alignment and effective execution of trade controls requirements. Monitor regulatory changes and assess business impact, translating requirements into practical, scalable solutions. Qualifications Education Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain , Business, International Trade, Logistics, or a related field. Preferred: Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) or advanced certification in trade compliance or supply chain. Experience and Skills Required: Typically 6–8 years of progressive experience in global trade compliance, supply chain, or related functions, with exposure to international operations. Strong working knowledge of global trade controls, import/export regulations, and customs requirements. 3+ years of hands-on SAP GTS experience working directly within SAP GTS managing Sanctioned Party List, legal regulations, export licenses and block resolution . Experience supporting or leading cross ‑ functional initiatives in a global, matrixed organization. Demonstrated ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical business processes. Effective communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels. Preferred: Experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals