Global Trade Compliance Analyst

PURPOSE STATEMENT

This position will provide technical and analytical support for customs and trade compliance matters at the Costa Rica manufacturing location ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and trade laws.

Key responsibilities include supporting the sites daily import/export transactions management of customs broker activities communicate as necessary with in country Customs Authorities and other relevant Government Agencies develop and deploy trade compliance procedures/policies serve as the local subject matter expert for the Global Trade Compliance function  provide general/tactical trade guidance to local AbbVie business personnel and assist on audits related to AbbVies trade activity.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that all import/export transactions are in compliance with in-country Customs Law.
• Communicate directly with site customs brokers and forwarders to resolve day-to-day issues that result in border delays.
• Provide guidance to local AbbVie business on matters concerning import & export transactional requirements.
• Manage the integrity of trade data for Costa Rica such as tariff classification customs valuation and country of origin determination and support monitoring the system in which they are maintained.
• Monitor trade compliance regulatory and legislative changes and alert appropriate parties internally to the impact on the business.
• Manage the import permit processing through Customs Systems such as TICA and VUCE.
• Conduct periodic post entry audit of sampled transactions for local businesses to verify the accuracy of trade compliance elements lodged with the local customs authorities and to identify compliance risks and cost-savings opportunities
• Develop solutions impacting trade and provide knowledge sharing to improve operational performance and ensure compliance with importing/exporting regulations.
• Capture and analyze metrics associated with trade operations for reporting up to the site and the Global Trade Compliance leadership.
• Assist in the execution of the self-audit program to ensure continued compliance with customs law and internal policies.
• Assist the site with applications for customs warehouses or similar special-use zones or permits along with monitoring compliance with the terms and conditions of the zone/warehouse/permit authorization
• All other functions inherent to the position and those assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Qualifications :

EDUCATION

• University or Technician degree in a related field (e.g. international trade supply chain logistics).
• Proficient in English B2 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

SKILLS

• Computer Skills. Advanced level in Excel.
• Understanding of global trade compliance regulations and processes Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Excellence Focused Open and Authentic Act as an Owner Influencer Boundaryless Mindset.
• Adaptability Decisions Making Negotiation Build Relationships Stakeholder Management Communication (speaking and in writing) Drive Execution Customer Orientated Problem Solving Data Driven Continuous Improvement Manages Tension.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 5 years of experience working in trade compliance brokers agency or multinational company or consulting firm.

Additional Information :

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity driving innovation transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more visit  & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation click here to learn more:

is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity driving innovation transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more visit  & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation click here to learn more:

Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time