International Trade & Customs Senior Analyst

Elanco•Indianapolis, IN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals! As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights. Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today! Your Role: International Trade & Customs Senior Analyst As the International Trade & Customs Senior Analyst, you will be part of the Global Supply Chain Operations team, responsible for U.S. trade compliance operations and ensuring adherence to complex regulatory requirements. In this role, you will be responsible for customs clearance and classification processes, serve as the primary contact for key stakeholders, and leverage systems like SAP/GTS to ensure efficient and compliant trade execution. Your expertise in HTS classification, AES export declarations filing, and duty optimization will play a critical role in minimizing risk and driving operational excellence.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in science, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Required Experience: A minimum of 7 years of direct experience in international trade compliance, with hands-on responsibility for import/export operations
Top skills: Advanced expertise in HTS classification, SAP/GTS systems, and AES export filing

Nice To Haves

In-depth knowledge of HTS classification and SAP/GTS functionality
In-depth knowledge of U.S. regulatory frameworks including CBP, BIS, FDA, USDA, DEA, and EPA
Proven experience working with Free Trade Agreements, Incoterms, valuation methods (including First Sale), and export controls
Certification such as Licensed Customs Broker, Import Manager or Certified Export Coordinator (CEC)
Background in pharmaceutical or life sciences industries, with working knowledge of GMP and GDP compliance requirements
Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects and develop trade compliance infrastructure in a global supply chain environment
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

Manage customs compliance and classification activities: Ensure accurate product classification using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) for imports and Schedule B codes for exports; evaluate and apply duty-saving provisions such as Free Trade Agreements and Customs duty saving programs.
Oversee systems-based trade execution: Utilize SAP and Global Trade Services (GTS) for trade data management, product classification, export declarations and customs documentation; ensure seamless interface with external brokers and customs authorities.
Ensure U.S. export compliance and perform AES Export Declaration filing: Manage timely and accurate filing of Electronic Export Information (EEI) via the Automated Export System (AES), ensuring compliance with U.S. Census Bureau and BIS export regulations.
Coordinate with customs brokers and government agencies: Serve as the primary liaison with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), FDA, USDA, and other regulatory agencies; oversee customs broker performance against KPIs for accuracy, timeliness, and cost.
Implement trade compliance controls and training: Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for import/export activities, conduct training on customs and trade compliance, and support internal readiness for audits, acquisitions, and product launches.