International Trade Compliance Lead

🕒 July 16

🇺🇸 United States – Remote

💵 $93k - $134k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

🚔 Compliance

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Zoetis

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10,000+ employees

Founded 1952

🏥 Healthcare

🍽️ Food & Beverage

🏭 Manufacturing

Healthcare • Food & Beverage • Manufacturing

Zoetis is the world's leading animal health company, committed to nurturing the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. With over 70 years of innovation, Zoetis develops a broad portfolio and pipeline of medicines, vaccines, diagnostics, and technologies that span a continuum of care to predict, prevent, detect, and treat animal illnesses. Operating in more than 100 countries, the company supports livestock farmers, veterinarians, and pet owners around the globe. Zoetis is driven by science and their shared passion for the human-animal bond, aiming to create a more sustainable and healthier world for all.

📋 Description

• Lead the build of Precision Animal Health’s global logistics program • Establish and manage global and regional courier partnerships; negotiate competitive rates, define SLAs, and implement performance scorecards with clear accountability • Design and deploy scalable shipment SOPs (inbound/outbound, inter-site transfers, packaging, temperature control, and exception handling) aligned with global regulatory standards • Own end-to-end import/export processes, including permits, HS classification, Incoterms, valuation, and customs broker oversight; proactively resolve customs holds and mitigate risks • Build and manage a network of in-market distributors for testing supplies; define inventory strategies, lead times, and service expectations • Define and optimize logistics flows for PAH, including labeling, duties and taxes, shipment tracking, and proactive customer communications • Implement end-to-end shipment visibility tools and exception management processes to ensure transparency and rapid issue resolution • Partner cross-functionally with operations, regulatory, quality, and commercial teams to align logistics strategy with business needs • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost optimization, on-time delivery (OTD), cycle time reduction, and scalability • Develop and maintain KPI dashboards; communicate performance insights and recommendations to leadership on a regular cadence • Stay ahead of evolving global trade regulations and industry best practices to ensure ongoing compliance and operational excellence

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, or a related field • 7+ years of experience in global logistics or transportation, including international parcel/express shipping and customs brokerage • Deep expertise in trade compliance (HS classification, valuation, Incoterms) and a strong track record in vendor negotiation and SLA management • Experience building or scaling logistics programs, with a hands-on approach to problem solving and execution • Proven ability to create SOPs, train teams, and drive adoption across diverse geographies • Strong analytical mindset with experience owning KPIs and using data to inform decisions and improvements • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences • Preferred IATA DG, IMDG, and 49 CFR HAZMAT certifications • Experience in life sciences, diagnostics, or biological sample logistics • Familiarity with cold chain logistics and temperature-sensitive shipments • Experience working in a high-growth or startup environment

🏖️ Benefits

• healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one • a 401K plan with a match and profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis • 4 weeks of vacation