Global Trade Operations Specialist

Medtronic•Minneapolis, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. At Medtronic, we seek out and hire a diverse workforce at every level: We need fresh ideas and inclusive insights to continue to be an innovative industry leader — that’s why we make it a point to seek out, attract and develop employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and who represent the same wide variety of life experiences as our patients. In the role as a Global Trade Operations Specialist, you will be responsible for analyzing products according to the associated rules of origin, gathering and organizing data from internal and external resources, communicating with key stakeholders, assigning country of origin to Medtronic’s products, generating certifications, and maintaining master data and records. As needed, this position provides support to various global supply chain projects and trade related data needs. At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working a minimum of 4 days a week, onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. This position will work onsite at our site in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience in trade operations, supply chain, or operations
Associate's Degree with 2+ years experience in trade operations, supply chain, or operations
Bachelor’s Degree with 1+ year(s) experience in trade operations, supply chain, or operations

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, Engineering, or a related field
Working knowledge of international trade regulations, including Custom's Rules of Origin.
Ability to review, analyze, and interpret manufacturing, sourcing, and supplier documentation.
Experience maintaining accurate records and master data in support of regulatory or compliance processes.
Proficiency with standard business tools and systems (e.g., Excel, reporting tools, ERP or trade compliance systems).
Ability to follow established procedures while identifying opportunities for incremental process improvement.
Ability to identify issues that are not immediately evident and apply sound judgment to resolve moderately complex problems.
Ability to make data‑driven recommendations and implement system or process enhancements as needed.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with internal cross‑functional partners to gather information, clarify requirements, and support decision‑making.
Comfortable presenting information, metrics, and findings to peers and stakeholders
Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, quality, and compliance.
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Responsibilities

Analyze product, manufacturing, sourcing, and supplier documentation to support international trade and import compliance activities.
Apply Rules of Origin and related trade regulations to determine and validate country of origin for Medtronic products.
Maintain accurate, complete, and audit‑ready records, including assessment rationale and master data, to support import claims and regulatory requirements.
Execute work in accordance with established procedures and independently recommend updates to work instructions to ensure regulatory and policy alignment.
Partner with internal cross‑functional teams and external stakeholders to obtain information, resolve issues, and support compliance decision‑making.
Manage daily workload independently to meet defined performance metrics, service levels, and timelines.
Prepare and deliver recurring operational and compliance metrics and reports.
Track and support workflow approvals to ensure timely and accurate processing.
Perform peer reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to standards.
Provide country‑of‑origin guidance for new product development and product changes.
Develop and maintain standard templates, tools, and process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Prepare and present materials to support moderately complex business cases and compliance assessments.

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Flexible Benefits Package
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Paid sick time (for temporary employees, as required under applicable state law)