Trade Compliance Analyst

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Job Function:

Supply Chain Deliver

Job Sub Function:

Transportation Services

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for an Trade Compliance Analyst, Japan

This role provides operational import controls support to the global Supply Chain organization, ensuring that international trade activities comply with applicable export control and trade compliance regulations. The Import Controls Analyst plays a critical role in enabling compliant global product movement, supporting business continuity, and mitigating regulatory risk while partnering closely with supply chain, logistics, and regional compliance stakeholders. This is an opportunity to work in a global, highly regulated environment where accuracy, collaboration, and judgment directly support patient access to medical technologies. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide day‑to‑day operational support for import control activities across the global supply chain, including transaction review and compliance checks. 

• Screen and classify products, technologies, customers, and destinations in accordance with applicable import control regulations. 

• Support import license determinations, applications, and documentation in coordination with global and regional compliance teams. 

• Partner with supply chain, logistics, and customer service teams to resolve import‑related issues and prevent shipment delays. 

• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support audits, internal reviews, and regulatory inquiries. 

• Assist with monitoring regulatory changes and support implementation of updated import control requirements into operational processes. 

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen import compliance controls and efficiency. 

Qualifications 

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, Law, or related field preferred). 

Experience and Skills 

Required: 

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in import controls, trade compliance, supply chain operations, or a related compliance function. 

• Working knowledge of import control regulations and international trade compliance concepts. 

• Experience supporting operational processes in a regulated, global environment. 

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional and international stakeholders. 

• Proficiency with standard business systems and data analysis tools (e.g., ERP systems, spreadsheets). 

Preferred: 

• Experience supporting import controls within medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or other highly regulated industries. 

• Prior experience working in a global or regional shared services model. 

• Exposure to audits, internal controls, or compliance investigations. 

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately. 
• Certifications: Trade compliance or export control certifications preferred

Other: 

• Languages: Business‑level English required; Japanese proficiency strongly preferred. 

• Travel: Minimal travel expected (generally <10%, domestic or international). 

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Business Behavior, Coaching, Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Digital Supply Chain Management, Distribution Management, Document Management, Issue Escalation, Order Management, Problem Solving, Safety-Oriented, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Strategic Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation Security