Manager, Global Trade Compliance - Special Programs (Hybrid)

Solventum•Eagan, MN

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Solventum is a new healthcare company with a long legacy of solving big challenges that improve lives and help healthcare professionals perform at their best. At Solventum, people are at the heart of every innovation we pursue. Guided by empathy, insight, and clinical intelligence, we collaborate with the best minds in healthcare to address our customers’ toughest challenges. As a Manager, Global Trade Compliance - Special Programs, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. You will enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients’ lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue. We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) AND seven (7) years of experience in international trade compliance, logistics, or supply chain OR High School Diploma/GED AND eleven (11) years of experience in international trade compliance, logistics, or supply chain
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in International Business, Trade, Supply Chain, or a related discipline from an accredited institution
Seven (7) years of experience with Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and duty savings programs in a multinational or consulting environment
Seven (7) years of experience with special customs programs such as duty drawback, bonded warehousing, FTZs, or inward processing
Experience with U.S. and international trade regulations, including TAA (Trade Agreements Act), BAA (Buy American Act), and related compliance requirements
Experience leading projects and managing cross-functional or global teams
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, GTS) and use of data analysis to support compliance and cost optimization
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience developing policies, procedures, or training related to trade compliance
Ability to manage competing priorities and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Five (5) years of experience supporting global trade compliance programs in a private, public, government, or military environment
Skills include project management, problem-solving, and effective communication across global teams

Responsibilities

Manage Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) globally, including monitoring regulatory developments, assessing qualification, ensuring supporting documentation, and driving compliance with applicable requirements
Represent the team as a subject matter expert (SME) in cross-functional meetings and projects to support sourcing strategies, minimize trade restrictions, and optimize landed costs
Identify and coordinate opportunities for import duty refunds, including preparation and submission of applications to relevant authorities
Prepare and submit responses to government inquiries related to FTA and special program compliance (e.g., CF28 or similar requests)
Support the assessment, design, implementation, and execution of special customs programs (e.g., duty drawback, FTZs, bonded warehousing, inward processing, returned goods relief)
Support U.S. and other government sales by qualifying products under TAA, BAA, and similar regulatory programs, including supplier engagement
Analyze import/export data and support IT/ERP initiatives to identify compliance risks, trends, and duty optimisation opportunities
Develop and maintain compliance frameworks, including policies, procedures, training, KPIs, and performance reporting in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.