What are the responsibilities and job description for the Global Trade Manager position at lonza?
Location: Hyderabad As a Trade Compliance professional you are responsible for executing GTC processes, including import/export classification under the Harmonized Tariff System. Acts as a key contact for internal stakeholders on customs procedures, duty optimization, origin determination, and regulatory compliance. Manages export controls, licensing, and due diligence for sanctioned or embargoed countries, while supporting audits by authorities. What you’ll get An agile career and dynamic working culture. An inclusive and ethical workplace. Compensation programs that recognize high performance. Opportunities to collaborate with global cross-functional teams. Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities. Our full list of global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits. What you’ll do: Support Global Head of Trade in defining and enhancing Trade Compliance processes and systems Drive process improvements in SAP (GTS), coordinating with IT on system changes (origin, preference, import/export, trade checks) Provide guidance on tariff classification in line with Harmonized Tariff System and regulatory requirements Manage preferential and non-preferential origin, including FTA calculations (SAP GTS & manual) Monitor trade regulation changes and implement necessary compliance procedures Handle license application and management; maintain import/export statistics for controlled products Conduct due diligence for sanctioned/embargoed countries, including denied party screening and risk checks Oversee customs procedures, identify duty optimization and simplification opportunities Support on customs valuation, processes, and general Trade Compliance queries What we’re looking for: 5–8 years of experience in international trade, import/export operations, or trade compliance (preferably within global/regional pharma environment) Educational background in Customs, Global Trade, or related field. Strong knowledge of customs procedures and regulations Proficient in IT systems, including SAP ERP/GTS and MS Office Strong analytical and quantitative skills About Lonza At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30 sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board. Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.