Associate Director – Trade Compliance & Import-export Services, Foreign-trade Zone Operations, Lilly Research Laboratories

Eli Lilly

Indianapolis, Indiana, US
Base: $115,500 - $169,400; bonus: compyny bonus de...
7+ years u.s. import/export operations experience
Foreign-trade zone administration and compliance
Harmonized tariff schedule classification expertise
This role supports the end-to-end drug development lifecycle by ensuring U.S. import and export activities comply with federal regulations

Job Summary

  • This role supports the end-to-end drug development lifecycle by ensuring U.S. import and export activities comply with federal regulations.
  • The position serves as a subject matter expert for Foreign-Trade Zone operations, including duty-deferral strategies and inventory controls at the Medicine Foundry.
  • Eli Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and a company bonus based on performance.

Matching Summary

This role supports the end-to-end drug development lifecycle by ensuring U.S. import and export activities comply with federal regulations.

Salary

Base: $115,500 - $169,400; Bonus: Company bonus depending on performance; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), pension, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years U.S. import/export operations experience
  • Foreign-Trade Zone administration and compliance
  • Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification expertise
  • FDA, CBP, and Partner Government Agency regulations
  • Audit-ready documentation and regulatory adherence

Nice-to-have

  • Licensed U.S. Customs Broker or CCS certification
  • Experience with pharmaceutical manufacturing FTZ
  • Mergers and acquisitions integration support
  • Enterprise Control Tower platform familiarity
  • Master's degree in international trade or supply chain

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, biology, or related field
  • 7+ years progressive experience in trade compliance
  • Licensed U.S. Customs Broker or NCBFAA Certified Customs Specialist (preferred)
  • Direct hands-on experience administering FTZ in life sciences environment

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