Senior Customs and Trade Compliance Analyst Abbott Point of Care (Ottawa)

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About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader creating breakthrough science to improve peoples health. Were always looking towards the future anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

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 will have access to:

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

• 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 Opportunity

This position works out of our Ottawa Ontario location in the Point of Care Diagnostics division. Were empowering smarter medical and economic decision making to help transform the way people manage their health at all stages of life. Our Point of Care diagnostic portfolio spans key health and therapeutic areas including Chemistry Electrolytes Hematology Blood Gases Coagulation Endocrinology Cardiac Markers Neurology and this role you will serve as a subject matter expert and project lead for all site-related import and export activities. Ensure full compliance with applicable Local customs regulations and international trade laws including but not limited to 19 CFR 15 CFR FDA USDA and other relevant U.S. regulatory agency requirements.

What Youll Do

• Maintain compliance with all applicable Corporate and Divisional policies procedures and regulatory requirements.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on U.S. import/export regulations providing guidance and leadership on site and divisional customs and trade compliance initiatives.

• Respond promptly and accurately to Customs Broker Requests for Information ensuring timely resolution of inquiries and issues.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. logistics purchasing materials management) to address customs-related matters and deliver targeted compliance training.

• Support the implementation of corrective actions in response to findings from Corporate Customs & Trade Compliance (C&TC) assessments.

• Ensure accurate classification valuation and origin determination for all imported goods including non-commercial shipments.

• Liaise with affiliates and third-party suppliers to ensure proper understanding and execution of U.S. import documentation requirements.

• Analyze import/export data to identify compliance risks and cost-saving opportunities; provide actionable recommendations to management.

• Provide analytical support for CBP Requests for Information Post-Entry Amendments and Prior Disclosures.

• Assist with reporting of price adjustments royalties and other financial elements through the CBP Reconciliation Prototype Program.

• Conduct eligibility assessments for goods under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) to optimize duty savings.

• Other miscellaneous duties as may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five to six years of experience in import/export operations international business or a related field.

• Bachelors degree in supply chain international trade.

• Licensed Customs Broker or Certified Customs Specialist preferred.

• Strong analytical skills and a keen attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities along with strong interpersonal skills are critical for effectively collaborating across teams and with external partners.

• The ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and maintain effective time management is also key to thriving in this dynamic and compliance-driven environment.

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 on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

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