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MiniMed Global Trade Operations Program Director in Los Angeles, California
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 26 Mar 2026
At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.
About the Role
MiniMed is seeking a dynamic and strategic Trade Operations Program Director to lead global trade compliance and operational excellence initiatives. This role is responsible for developing and executing trade strategies across key areas such as HS classification, Country of Origin, Free Trade Agreements, and trade management systems. The Director will oversee a high-performing team, ensure regulatory compliance across global geographies, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive efficiency and alignment with business objectives. This is a high-impact leadership role that supports MiniMed’s mission to improve lives through innovative healthcare technology.
Key Responsibilities: Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Strategic Leadership & Team Management
Develop and implement global strategies for HS classification, Country of Origin, Free Trade Agreements, and trade systems.
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of trade professionals supporting regional and functional trade groups.
Provide strategic recommendations and updates to senior leadership to align trade operations with business goals.
Plans, schedules and routes imports and exports, including monitoring the flow of traffic to/from foreign destinations, ensuring related customer service, brokerage and customs transaction compliance.
Compliance Oversight & Execution
Design and execute trade procedures, training programs, and data validation processes and global policies.
Ensure compliance with international trade regulations across geographies and content areas.
Manage trade audits, investigations, and corrective actions related to key trade compliance areas.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with corporate stakeholders including Tax, Regulatory, Finance, Data & Analytics, IT, and Logistics.
Collaborate and lead cross functional teams on Trade related policy developments and program execution.
Develop and maintain performance metrics to enhance visibility and accountability
Training & Change Management
Create and implement training materials to ensure global adherence to trade requirements.
Lead change management initiatives across imports, exports, and regional/functional teams.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of relevant trade operations experience and 7+ years of managerial experience,
OR
Advanced degree with 8+ years of relevant trade operations experience and 7+ years of managerial experience.
Nice to Have
Deep expertise in global Trade Operations & Compliance (Import, Export, Sanctions, Export Controls).
Experience with trade regulations, audits, and corrective action planning.
Strong leadership and team-building skills, with a track record of leading cross-functional teams.
Strategic mindset with data-driven decision-making capabilities.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership.
Experience engaging external stakeholders, including government officials.
Ability to anticipate risks and opportunities using internal and external insights.
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
Benefits & Compensation
MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package
At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$169,600.00 - $254,400.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Operations Incentive Plan (OIP).This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan.
At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that “regular employees” refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.
For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below.
MiniMed Benefits (http://myminimedbenefits.com) Overview
About MiniMed
MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes.
Learn more about our business, and our mission here (https://www.minimed.com/en-us/about-us/) .
It is the policy of MiniMed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you are applying to perform work for MiniMed in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here (http://www.minimed.com/en-us/la-county-legal-notice) a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which MiniMed reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. MiniMed will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.