Import-Export Compliance Expert, Biotech

About GenScript Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions. GenScript’s European division, headquartered in Rijswijk, Netherlands, with a branch office in Oxford, UK, was established in 2019 to serve as a regional hub for commercial operations, technical support, and logistics across Europe and the UK. In 2025, we reached a new milestone with the launch of our new production facility in Delft, Netherlands - strengthening our long‑term commitment to operational excellence and enhanced service delivery for our EU customers. This expansion reflects GenScript’s dedication to innovation and our growing presence in the European biotech landscape. As our business continues to grow, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced Import-Export professional to join us. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring our company’s compliance with global customs and trade regulations, particularly within the EU and UK regions. Job Title: Import-Export Compliance Expert (Externally) / Customs Affairs Compliance Expert (Internally) Location: Rijswijk, the Netherlands Working Scheme: Hybrid (3 days onsite in Rijswijk office, 2 days working from home) Working Hours: 40 hours per week (Full-time employment) What You Will Be Doing Import & Export Compliance Program Management: Develop, implement, and oversee the company’s import & export control compliance program, ensuring adherence to EU, UK and global regulations. Create and maintain import & export control policies, procedures, facilitating compliance across all levels and multi-country requirements. Address global trade compliance requirements, including imports and exports involving production sites worldwide (CN, SG, US, EU). Import & Export Operations Support: Oversee the preparation, submission, and review of import and export documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with EU and UK authority requirements. Maintain meticulous record-keeping practices for audit and regulatory review purposes. Conduct both EU and UK HS code classification based on product information and issuing Customs commodity description based on the customs elements. Capable of managing classification via Integration Point and sub system for daily classification operations. Ability to explain the HS classification principles and implications with external Customs/Brokers and internal team members and global counterpart to facilitate the HS code accuracy globally. Regulatory Monitoring and Reporting: Stay informed about updates to EU and UK import & export control regulations and communicate their impact to relevant internal stakeholders. Provide timely advice on compliance measures and required adaptations to maintain operational integrity. Risk Assessment and Continuous Improvement: Conduct regular risk assessments and internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of the compliance program. Identify areas for improvement and adapt the program to align with regulatory changes or organizational needs. Import & Export Licenses and Documentation Management: Manage the application, renewal, and maintenance of import & export licenses, ensuring timely submission and approval. Handle import & export exemptions where applicable and ensure all documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Work closely with internal teams, including legal, logistics, and supply chain, to ensure seamless compliance with import and export requirements. Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, such as govern…