Analyst- Classification, Import/Export

SOLVENTUM•Silver Spring, MD

2d•$83,600 - $114,950•Hybrid

About The Position

Solventum is seeking a Classification Analyst to support import/export trade compliance. The role provides training and direction to operations and business unit personnel on harmonized tariff schedule (HTS) classification and other government agency reporting requirements. It owns tariff classification rules and maintains existing classification data for accuracy, monitors regional tariff changes, updates internal databases, and communicates changes to external brokers. The analyst applies regulatory knowledge and analytical skills to anticipate and resolve issues, support decision-making, and establish trade policies and procedures aligned with regulatory changes, risks, and impacts. The role also monitors and seeks to influence applicable 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 and requires working at a Solventum location at least three days per week. Travel may include up to 10% domestically or internationally. Relocation assistance may be authorized.

Requirements

Either a bachelor's degree or higher and at least 5 years of professional experience in HTS classification, or a 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 employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

US Licensed Customs Broker or equivalent in a foreign jurisdiction.
In-depth knowledge and demonstrated expertise applying the general rules of HTS classification (GRIs) and concepts such as essential character.
Ability to interpret customs rulings and engineering drawings or schematics, and clearly communicate technical information.
Experience with large and transformative international trade projects.
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 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 classification 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 enable 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.
Drive improved regulatory compliance and business effectiveness through process optimization.
Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.