Job Description

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 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

HAVE YOU EVER DREAM OF MAKING AN IMPACT ON THE WORLD?

How? Become an Import Export Specialist at Abbott in Arecibo, Puerto Rico.

As an Import Export Specialist you will be responsible of the execution and filing for customs and trade 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.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

* Apply working knowledge of import/export regulations and requirements to support business needs.
* Consolidate and analyze import/export data to identify risks or opportunities for savings.
* Prepare reports and make recommendations to management, as appropriate.
* Provide analytical support related to CBP Requests for Information, Post-Entry Amendments and Prior Disclosures.
* Ensure timely and accurate response to Broker Requests for Information and follow-up to ensure resolution.
* Ensure proper classification, valuation and origin determination for the sites imported goods, including non-commercial goods.
* As directed by Supervisor/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.
* Provide analytical support, as needed, for reporting price adjustments, royalties, etc. via the CBP Reconciliation Prototype Program.
* Conduct effective and timely transactional review/audit of all import/export records.
* Elevate issues requiring correction to Corporate C&TC.
* Provide analytical support to general import/export-related projects, as needed.
* Personally educate self on latest Customs, FDA, and other government agency import regulations.
* Operates with general direction and supervision 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.
* 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.

CANT WAIT TO GET STARTED?

To be successful in this role, you will require the following qualifications:

* Bachelor degree in Business Administration or logistics/transportation.
* Licensed Customs Broker or Certified Customs Specialist preferred.
* 2+ years experience in import/export operations, international business, or other related field. Experience in medical devices or pharmaceuticals is preferred.
* Sound analytical abilities and acute attention to detail required.
* Fully bilingual (English and Spanish) with effective communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously and manage time appropriately.
* Available for travel to US - 10% of time per year.

JOB FAMILY:

Supply Chain

DIVISION:

CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management

LOCATION:

Puerto Rico > Arecibo : Santana Industrial Park Interior Lot A, Road 2, Km 67.5

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time 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.

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf