Trade Compliance Specialist (m/f/d)

The Trade Compliance Specialist (m/f/d) partners with the business to identify opportunities for improvement in operations and processes that will result in increased efficiency and productivity and profitability. The Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for using a broad range of technologies, analytical techniques and methodologies to retrieve and analyze data to provide predictive insights and support business decision making.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Supports the coordination of import/export shipments with the Corporate Logistics and Compliance departments.
• Manages Global Trade Services (GTS) module of SAP, performs SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) export compliance screening, set up restrictions in SAP GTS for regulatory concerns, and manage shipments with export restrictions.
• Assigns HTS classifications, and country of origin information in GTS.
• Maintains and assists with implementation of Bio-Rad’s export and import compliance procedures and work instructions.
• Handles daily information requests from Customs Brokers for import clearance of products and materials.
• Administers import/export recordkeeping requirements.
• Supports projects focused on improving business operations and processes.
• Coordinates with Customer Service and logistics to troubleshoot problem orders/shipments.
• Is responsible for auditing customs brokerage and shipment transactions and files.
• Uses data analysis/modeling to create new reports; troubleshoots and modifies existing reports including target KPIs, commodity indices, cost savings opportunities, etc.
• Partners on initiatives to support the creation of new reports, metrics and dashboards based on business needs.
• Troubleshoots, reports on and tests new system/tool functionality.
• Identifies and documents business risks.
• Has expertise in multiple areas of import and export laws such as HTS Classification, Country of Origin, Free Trade Agreements, Customs Valuation.
• Is responsible for analyzing and interpreting export and import regulations and provide risk assessment and advice related to business activities.
• Identifies and develops business processes to address compliance risks.

What You Bring:

• Master's or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in International Business, Business Administration, Business Information or related discipline.

• Degree as a forwarding agent with corresponding professional experience in the customs environment.

• Demonstrated experience in working in dynamic cross functional teams driving, developing and implementing Customs related procedures and work instructions.

• Experience working in bio-pharma, medical or life science related companies preferred.

• Knowledge of trade compliance regulations in more than one country.

• Basic knowledge of EU Customs Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Import/Export regulations (Export control, ATLAS, NCTS).

• Advanced quantitative skills with proficiency in data analysis (SAP/MS Access) modeling (MS Excel) and presenting (MS PowerPoint).

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and tools such as PowerBI. 

• Proficiency in English and German, multi-lingual candidates welcome

• Ability to think analytically and work independently in a complex environment; use good sense of judgement regarding when to seek direction or advice.

• Flexibility to travel.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

Benefits: Bio-Rad's biggest asset is its people, and the reason why our Total Rewards deliver programs that provide value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Our robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle. Bio-Rad is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation program to attract, motivate and retain qualified employees. In addition to a competitive 13 month salary our employees can assess their contribution to the company's success through annual performance reviews and bonus programs. Our benefits include 30 days of paid time-off as well as a vacation allowance, on top of extensive learning and development opportunities, life and accident insurance, a pension scheme, capital-forming benefits, meal allowances, birthday vouchers, and regular team events. Family-friendly trust-based working time models and the option to work remotely for up to two days per week allow for maximum flexibility. 

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with disabilities, and people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and orientations are encouraged to apply. 

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

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