Analyst- Classification, Import/Export

Solventum•Eagan, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Solventum, the Classification Analyst supports healthcare innovation by managing tariff classification and related trade compliance work. The role provides training and direction to operations and business unit personnel on Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and other government agency reporting requirements; owns tariff classification rules and maintains accurate classification data; monitors regional classification changes, updates internal databases, and communicates updates to external brokers; and helps establish trade policies and procedures that reflect regulatory changes, risks, and impacts. The analyst also monitors relevant country trade regulatory activity, serves as a liaison with national and local agencies, and improves regulatory compliance and business effectiveness through process optimization. The position is hybrid eligible. Job duties allow some remote work but require travel to a Solventum location at least three days per week. Travel may include up to 10% domestic or international travel. Relocation assistance may be authorized. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher and at least 5 years of professional experience in HTS classification; alternatively, high school diploma/GED and at least 9 years of professional experience in HTS classification.
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Nice To Haves

US Licensed Customs Broker or equivalent in a foreign jurisdiction.
In-depth knowledge and demonstrated expertise applying the General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs) for HTS classification and concepts such as “essential character.”
Ability to interpret customs rulings and engineering drawings or schematics, and to communicate technical information clearly.
Experience with large, transformative projects involving international trade.
Experience working cross-functionally across different geographies, functions, and systems of record.
Expertise in trade focus areas such as release, classification, valuation, and trade risk management.
Familiarity or working knowledge of Partner Government Agencies (PGAs).
Experience handling broker inquiries.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Experience with SAP GTS and Tradeflow.

Responsibilities

Provide ongoing training and direction to operations and business unit personnel regarding HTS and other government agency reporting requirements.
Own tariff classification rules and maintain existing data to ensure accuracy.
Monitor tariff classification changes for designated regions, update internal databases, and communicate changes to external brokers.
Use effective communication and analytical skills to anticipate and resolve issues and support improved decision-making.
Apply regulatory knowledge and experience to establish trade policies and procedures aligned with regulatory changes, risk, and impact.
Monitor and seek to influence applicable country trade regulatory activity, serving as a liaison at national and local agency levels.
Improve regulatory compliance and business effectiveness through process optimization.
Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.