.The Role : Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that's revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases. As an employee, you'll be part of a continually growing organization working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives. Moderna's commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience with the potential to make a significant impact on patients' lives worldwide. Moderna is solidifying its footprint in Madrid, a city that thrives on creativity and innovation.As a crucial part of our commercial operations outside the United States, our Madrid office focuses on delivering our groundbreaking products to the Spanish market. We're seeking professionals who are ready to contribute to our mission and shape the future of mRNA medicines in Spain.The Manager, Trade Operations & Compliance collaborates with Global Operations & Compliance to ensure that transactions satisfy legal requirements to file complete and accurate export and import declarations with local customs and other government authorities for international shipments. This position assists with the development and management of a comprehensive export/import framework to ensure compliance within Spanish and regional regulations. The Manager will collaborate with local teams and build strong relationships with the Production/Materials planning, Legal, Logistics, and Tax Teams, as well as upskill/train as required.Your key responsibilities will be:Manage Projects and Tasks, as assigned, within the team and/or with external teams and/or vendors.Oversee the operational processes for assuring trade compliance review and approval relating to valuation, export licensing, technical data, foreign travel, re-exports, re-transfers, and export and import shipments in Spain under EU regulation, including local laws.Be responsible for trade compliance matters relating to customs exports and imports for DS, DP, APIs, consumables, clinical, machinery, lab equipment, and any other materials moving across borders (valuation, classification, preference of origin, country of origin, export controls including restricted party screening) in accordance with Spanish law and EU regulation.Provide technical advice on Customs topics such as classification, origin, valuation, Special Procedures, etc.Lead and manage trade compliance review, audits, and risk management.Your responsibilities will also include:Implement action for resolution of export/import compliance problems, questions, or complaints.Ensure configuration and control of the export/import registry and trade compliance documentation is maintained.Ensure accurate maintenance of trade compliance records (import/exports) in accordance with Spanish and local requirements