Customs Specialist

ABB•New Berlin, WI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world. This Position reports to: Trade and Logistics Manager In this role, you will have the opportunity to be responsible for local import/export operations. Each day, you will supervise performance of customs brokers. You will also showcase your expertise by ensuring smooth execution of operational trade and customs activities within a local unit, including relevant documentation and compliance with regulations. The work model for the role is: Hybrid; New Berlin, WI This role is contributing to the Motion Drive Products Division .

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field (equivalent experience considered)
3-7 years of experience in customs compliance, product classification, and import/export operations
Strong understanding of international trade regulations, Incoterms, and customs auditing practices
Experience with technical product analysis for classification purposes
Experience presenting compliance reports and mitigation strategies to executive leadership
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Proficiency in SAP GTS (Global Trade Services) or similar ERP systems
Experience using CROSS, ACE, or AES tools
Experience with electrical/mechanical products, industrial automation, or power equipment
Technical aptitude to understand electromechanical products (motors, drives, generators)
Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Nice To Haves

U.S. Customs Broker License preferred or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation required
Travel up to 15%

Responsibilities

Classify products using HTS codes, ECCN, and ECN with precision for motors, drives, generators, and related Motion products
Develop and implement classification processes within global product groups
Prepare and submit import/export documentation in compliance with established procedures
Ensure adherence to U.S. Customs, USMCA, CTPAT, and other government regulations by monitoring requirements and updates
Stay updated on export control and customs regulations through internal and external training
Monitor critical regulatory developments and assess impact on Motion products
Educate internal stakeholders on customs and trade compliance practices to build organizational awareness
Act as subject matter expert and role model within the organization

Benefits

Health, Life & Disability Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program
Retirement 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.