Job Description

Customs & Trade Business Partner - Commercial

Location: Luton, Macclesfield UK, Wilmington US, Sodertalje Sweden

Competitive salary and benefits apply

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world\'s most serious diseases.

But we\'re more than a leading pharmaceutical company. At AstraZeneca, we\'re proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - you are made to feel valued, energised and rewarded for your ideas and creativity.

An exciting opportunity has now arisen for a Customs & Trade Business Partner \xe2\x80\x93 Commercial, to join our Global Indirect Tax Team and make a tangible impact to one of the fastest growing and innovative FTSE 100 companies in the world.

This position is responsible for supporting commercial operations in all customs and trade matters. You will be the first point of contact and you will be expected to support from both a strategic and operational perspective. Commercial operations move materials globally and therefore the role holder must have a global view and a broad consideration of customs matters end to end.

This position will be part of the Indirect Tax function and will report to the Regional Customs & Trade Lead, EMEA and will work with the Regional and Local Customs and Trade Managers based in the US, APAC and the EU on Customs matters key to the AZ Group.

The role holder must possess strong technical capabilities and business acumen and possess excellent written and communication skills to be able to present to Senior Management, Supply Chain Groups, Global Logistics, and the AZ Corporate Finance function.

Major Responsibilities

Support the creation of new supply chains to identify customs risks and opportunities.

To work cross functionally with key stakeholders to provide customs & trade input for new product launches.

Continually review existing supply chains to ensure ongoing compliance and efficient facilitation.

Develop robust processes to support the efficient movement of goods through customs borders.

Customs and Trade key contact for M&A\xe2\x80\x99s and divestments.

Identify customs regimes to ensure optimal commercial supply chains, and work with regional Customs Team on implementation.

Act as a functional SME for the commercial operations teams.

Ensure that commercial supply chains and distribution adhere to the key areas of trade management and compliance.

To contribute to the continuous review of commercial business activities to ensure that full compliance is maintained and that Customs-related activities are carried out in an efficient and professional manner.

Develop and deliver training on key customs and trade matters to key stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

The role holder will have considerable relevant Customs experience preferably in a corporate or professional environment. They will have a deep understanding of Customs law and its application to valuation, origin, classification and Customs regimes and authorisations (for example Inward Processing, Foreign Trade Zones, AEO etc). The role holder must have the ability to take a strategic view while bringing to bear appropriate focus on the underlying detail.

In addition, the role holder will have the ability to shape AZ\xe2\x80\x99s commercial operational Customs capability covering supply chain, Customs audits, and dispute management and implementation of Customs Duty regimes and ongoing operational effectiveness. They must demonstrate sound judgement and be able to make timely decisions and recommendations regarding potentially material issues in circumstances where there is either uncertainty or incomplete information.

Skills and Competencies

Strong experience within a customs and trade environment.

Strong understanding of Customs laws and how they apply to global supply chains.

Degree or other Finance / Business qualification relating to International Trade beneficial.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to identify and communicate key issues for resolution.

Thinks strategically \xe2\x80\x93 Anticipates the future by always maintaining a forward oriented long-term view. Develops plans that are based on what is likely to happen and continually flexes the strategy to accommodate new business and tax technical information.

Problem solving oriented and a well-developed creative approach regarding complex Customs issues.

Good analytical skills - Proficient in MS excel essential, experience in MS Power BI desirable.

Acts decisively \xe2\x80\x93 Creates clarity for other to make decisions by defining clear roles and responsibilities.

Ability to evaluate/manage relationships with external service partners.

Works collaboratively \xe2\x80\x93 Works across boundaries, particularly with the Customs teams in UK, Sweden, and the US, to establish common purposes and goals to deliver value to the business.

Rapidly addresses issues that may inhibit effective collaboration.

Familiarity of the pharmaceutical/clinical supply chain environment advantageous.

Good communication and influencing skills are also required.

Internal and External Contacts/Customers

Internal:

Senior Tax Management

Commercial Supply Teams

Freight & Logistics team

Supply Chain and Global External Sourcing teams

Various senior management at AZ.

External:

Customs Authorities, Auditors and Tax Advisors

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, gender or gender orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law.

Date Posted 22-Sept-2023

Closing Date 15-Oct-2023

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.

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