Azenta Inc.

life sciences

ForeignTradeZoneManager

$86–108k Plainfield, Indiana, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Foreign Trade Zone Manager at Azenta Inc.. Skills: FTZ operations, customs compliance, regulatory compliance. Lead the site’s FTZ program. Ensure compliance with 19 CFR 146”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure regulatory compliance; Achieve operational excellence; Ensure all FTZ activities are executed accurately; Support efficient, scalable operations; Ensure compliance and operational integrity; Ensure data accuracy and compliance; Maintain data integrity and audit readiness; Promote data-driven decision making

Industry & Context.

life sciences
Problems you'll solve

Identify risks and implement corrective actions; Investigate variances and implement sustainable corrective actions; Identify and resolve compliance risks or security concerns; Lead continuous improvement and problem-solving efforts

Eligibility Requirements

This position is currently not eligible for any employment sponsorship.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field, 5+ years of experience in FTZ operations, customs compliance, or regulated warehouse environments, knowledge of CBP regulations (19 CFR 146) and FTZ procedures, Experience managing audits and regulatory interactions, Experience with inventory control systems (ICRS, WMS, or similar platforms)

Nice to Have

FTZ certification or specialized customs compliance training, Experience implementing or scaling FTZ programs, Experience in life sciences or highly regulated environments, Experience working with external consultants or FTZ implementation partners

What You'll Do.

Lead the site’s FTZ program

Ensure compliance with 19 CFR 146

Act as primary contact for CBP audits

Maintain FTZ procedures and documentation

Oversee FTZ documentation submission

Own the FTZ Inventory Control and Recordkeeping System

Ensure accurate inventory tracking

Manage daily FTZ operations

Ensure physical and procedural security

Track and report on KPIs

Support audits and lead continuous improvement

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Build partnerships across Operations, Quality, Finance, IT, and external stakeholders; Influence cross-functional partners and drive alignment

Full Job Description

Azenta Inc. ### At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity ## _Job Title_ Foreign Trade Zone Manager ## **Job Description** Azenta Life Sciences is a global leader in the life sciences space with offices and operations, worldwide. We are a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally. The Foreign Trade Zone Manager is accountable for leading the site’s Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) program with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and cross-functional leadership. This role ensures all FTZ activities are executed accurately and in full adherence to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations while supporting efficient, scalable operations. **Key Responsibilities:** * Act as a subject matter expert and leader of FTZ operations, ensuring compliance and operational integrity * Take ownership of FTZ program performance, including inventory accuracy, reporting, and audit outcomes * Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency, traceability, and compliance rigor * Build strong partnerships across Operations, Quality, Finance, IT, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and execution **What You’ll Do:** **Regulatory Compliance & Program Ownership:** * Ensure compli

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