Manager, Global Trade Compliance - Special Programs (Hybrid)

SOLVENTUM•Silver Spring, MD

1d•$143,200 - $196,900•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Manager, Global Trade Compliance - Special Programs at Solventum, you will manage global trade compliance programs and provide subject-matter expertise to cross-functional teams. The role covers Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), special customs programs, duty refunds, government sales qualifications, and related compliance frameworks. You will analyze trade data and support technology initiatives to identify risks, trends, and opportunities to optimize duties and landed costs. The position is hybrid eligible and requires travel to either Eagan, Minnesota, or San Antonio, Texas, at least two days per week. Travel may include up to 15% domestic or international travel. Relocation assistance may be authorized.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher, completed and verified before starting, and seven years of experience in international trade compliance, logistics, or supply chain; OR a high school diploma/GED and eleven years of experience in international trade compliance, logistics, or supply chain.
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employment visa sponsorship.
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Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Manage global Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), including monitoring regulatory developments, assessing qualification, ensuring supporting documentation, and driving compliance with applicable requirements.
Represent the team as a subject-matter expert in cross-functional meetings and projects to support sourcing strategies, minimize trade restrictions, and optimize landed costs.
Identify and coordinate import duty refund opportunities, including preparing and submitting applications to relevant authorities.
Prepare and submit responses to government inquiries concerning FTA and special program compliance, such as CF28 or similar requests.
Support the assessment, design, implementation, and execution of special customs programs, including duty drawback, foreign-trade zones, bonded warehousing, inward processing, and returned goods relief.
Support U.S. and other government sales by qualifying products under TAA, BAA, and similar regulatory programs, including engaging suppliers.
Analyze import and export data and support IT/ERP initiatives to identify compliance risks, trends, and duty optimization opportunities.
Develop and maintain compliance frameworks, including policies, procedures, training, KPIs, and performance reporting, in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.