Customs & Trade Compliance Analyst - Nutrition - Columbus, OH

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Customs & Trade Compliance Analyst

Working at Abbott

Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Columbus, Ohio Easton Square location in the Nutrition Division.

Primary Function/Primary Goals/Objectives:

Provide technical and analytical support for customs and trade compliance matters at the site/division level, ensuring compliance with all relevant customs regulations and trade laws and regulations, including 19CFR, 15CFR, FDA, USDA, and other US regulatory agency requirements.

Operates with general direction and supervision from the Manager. Incumbent is accountable for compliant importation of goods and services (including machinery), as well as proper classification and valuation. Failure to comply is a violation of law and could result in significant fines or penalties.

This employee must have the ability to analyze opportunities and make recommendations on options and/or alternatives to achieve divisional financial objectives. The Analyst will be privy to highly confidential financial information and must work within the scope of attorney/consultant and client privilege, where deemed appropriate. The proper balance between cost optimization and compliance must be maintained.

What You’ll Work On

Major Responsibilities:

Applies working knowledge of import and export regulations and requirements to support business needs. Capable of processing imports, for a minimum of 2-3 desk, or exports of all types, in compliance with GTC and Division policies and procedures.

Consolidate and analyze import and non-commercial export data to identify risks or opportunities for savings. Prepare reports and make recommendations to management, as appropriate.

Review and analyze import/export documentation for accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Participate in shared responsibility for import and export processing, with all other I/E Processors, including coordinated coverage during holidays.

Ensure timely and accurate response to Broker Requests for Information (BRFI) and follow-up to ensure resolution.

Classify products using Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes and ensure proper valuation.

Proficient in writing classification (HTSUS/Schedule B) diligence memos.

Proficient in writing country of origin determination diligence memos.

As directed by Manager, implement appropriate corrective actions in response to any findings in the Corporate C&TC compliance assessment.

Interface with related functional areas (logistics, purchasing, materials management, etc.) on customs matters and coordinate training for personnel in these areas, as needed.

Daily monitoring of import shipments including customs clearances, CBP Requests for Information, Post-Entry Amendments (P8D) Proof of receipt and Proof of payment, and PSC.

Conduct effective and timely transactional review/audit of all import records. Elevate issues requiring correction to Corporate C&TC.

Provide analytical support to general import-related projects, as needed.

Personally educate self on latest Customs, FDA, and other government agency import regulations.

Consistently develops accurate and appropriate documentation in support of imports and exports, as appropriate.

Prepare reports and metrics related to compliance performance.

Thorough understanding of GTC and Division compliance policies and procedures.

Attends key annual departmental training - HTSUS classification, FDA Product Code, Incoterms, etc.

Key Expectations: Takes ownership of role. Willing to take on new responsibilities, as needed. Team player.

Required Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s degree: Required. Business, logistics/transportation, or other related field.

Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in import operations, international business, or other related field.

Preferred

Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Attention to detail and ability to work independently or in cross-functional teams.

Proficient in MS Office, Reporting, Excel, Pivot Tables and Filter Sorting.

Strong understanding of import/export regulations and trade documentation.

Proficiency in trade compliance software.

Certification in trade compliance (e.g., LCB, CUSECO, CES, CTPAT).

MISC:

This is an on-site role - not a remote role.

There is no relocation assistance offered for this role.

Sponsorship: we will not provide sponsorship of any kind for this role (including OPT)

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The base pay for this position is $60,000.00 – $120,000.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:Supply Chain

DIVISION:ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain

LOCATION:United States > Columbus : 2900 Easton Square Place

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:Standard

TRAVEL:Yes, 5 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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