Senior Customer And 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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Senior Custom & Trade Compliance Analyst
About Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We're always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.
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®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® - to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:

• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
• Vacation - 3 weeks accrued vacation (1st yr. is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
• Company Paid Pension Plan
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match of 5%
• 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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

The Opportunity
This position works out of our Abbott Park location in the Nutrition Division.
Primary Job Function:
Provide subject matter expertise and project leadership for site import/export matters, ensuring compliance with all relevant customs regulations and Trade laws and regulations, including 19CFR, 15CFR, FDA, USDA, and other US regulatory agency requirements.
What You'll Work On
Core Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.
• Act as subject matter expert regarding compliant import/export of goods, and participate in and/or lead site/division projects related to customs and Trade Compliance. Applies advanced knowledge of import/export regulations and requirements to support business needs
• Ensure timely and accurate response to Broker Requests for Information and follow-up to ensure resolution.
• Design and implement automation solutions to increase efficiency and improve monitoring of compliance issues.
• Interface with related functional areas (logistics, purchasing, materials management, etc.) on customs matters and ensure that personnel within these areas are trained in import/export compliance.
• As directed by Supervisor/Manager, implement appropriate corrective actions in response to any findings in the Corporate C&TC compliance assessment.
• Ensure proper classification, valuation and origin determination for the site's imported goods, including non-commercial goods.
• Interface with affiliates and third-party suppliers to ensure their understanding of US import documentation requirements.
• Analyze import/export data to identify risks or opportunities for savings. Make recommendations to management, as appropriate.
• Provide analytical support related to CBP Requests for Information, Post-Entry Amendments and Prior Disclosures.
• Provide analytical support, as needed, for reporting price adjustments, royalties, etc. via the CBP Reconciliation Prototype Program.
• Perform eligibility analysis for goods that may benefit from Free Trade Agreement preference.
• Ensure effectively and timely transactional review/audit of all import/export records.
• Personally educate self on latest Customs, FDA, and other government agency import regulations.

Position Accountability / Scope:

• Operates with general direction from the Supervisor/Manager. Incumbent is accountable for compliant importation and exportation of goods and services, including 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 Sr. 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, YOU'LL BRING
Required:

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 8 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. A good understanding of specified functional area.
• Minimum 4-5 years' experience in import/export operations, international business, or other related field.

Preferred:

• Sound analytical abilities and attention to detail required.
• Effective communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills are absolutely critical for this position. Second Language preferred.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously and manage time appropriately.

Apply Now
* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
The base pay for this position is
$72,700.00 - $145,300.00
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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