Global Trade Analyst - Product Classification

Medtronic plc; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

HSA

FSA

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

Medtronic plc seeks a Trade Product Classification Analyst to manage the global HS classifications and select local HTS and ECCN classifications. You will collaborate with internal teams, release blocked SAP orders, and research license requirements to ensure compliant classifications.

The role emphasizes on-site collaboration in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on continuous process improvement and cross-functional teamwork across global Trade teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience OR Associate's Degree with 2+ years OR Baccalaureate Degree with 1+ year of relevant experience.
• Experience in international trade function is preferred (Nice to Have).
• Commodity classification experience is a plus and willingness to engage with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Classify products according to global HS classifications and select local HTS and ECCN classifications.
• Release blocked orders in SAP.
• Identify items requiring export or re-export licenses and research classification rules.
• Create standard customs descriptions and rationales.
• Collaborate with global Trade teams and maintain records supporting classification decisions.
• Work independently and with teams to streamline processes and meet SLAs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HS and ECCN classifications.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership expectations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SAP

Product Lifecycle Management

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 1 Oct 2026Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first - developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.# **A Day in the Life**As the Trade Product Classification Analyst, you will manage the day-to-day execution of Medtronic's global Harmonized Schedule (HS) Classifications, select local HTS Classifications and ECCN Classifications. You will work in conjunction with internal teams and related functional areas to maintain accurate HS and ECCN Classifications according to trade laws.At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges in a manufacturing environment 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.**Responsibilities:*** Classify products according to customs rules and requirements for global HS, select local HTS and ECCN.* Release blocked orders in SAP.* Identify items or products that require export or re-export licenses.* Research global classifications rules/precedents.* Create a standard customs description and rationale.* Collaborate with functional area subject matter experts for product support and understanding.* Maintain records and documentation necessary to support Medtronic's classification decisions in the system of record.* Perform classification within Service Level Agreement timelines.* Identify opportunities for continuous improvement.* Collaborate with global Trade teams.* Work independently and with team members to proactively streamline processes.* Maintains current knowledge of HS and ECCN classification.**Must Have: Minimum Requirements*** High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience OR Associate's Degree with 2+ years of relevant experience OR* Baccalaureate Degree with 1+ year(s) relevant experience**Nice to Have: Preferred Requirements*** 2+ years of experience in an international trade function.* Commodity classification experience.* Proven evidence and role model of Medtronic Leadership Expectations:* Shape: Committed to being experts in what we do, with a clear vision of where we are going and the plan to get there - Thinks critically and makes sound decisions by engraining \"patients, people and profits\" as the way we prioritize & drive decision making.* Engage: Partner with others knowing that diverse talent, skills & perspectives lead to better outcomes - foster an environment of diversity, inclusion and engagement.* Innovate: Bold thinker who creates new ideas and bring out best solutions forward to benefit our patients, and customers - generate breakthrough ideas by creating an environment that supports experimentation, and responsible risk taking.* Achieve: We do what we say we are going to do, delivering results with the highest standards - drive accountability, start by establishing your personal brand, for delivering results.* Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and ability to influence others through demonstrated expertise.* Excellent communication skills (e.g., verbal, written, presentation) with ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.* Proven problem solving and decision-making skills.* Computer literacy and knowledge of software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Product Lifecycle Management programs, and SAP.* Experience working in manufacturing or a matrix structured organization.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.**Physical Job Requirements**The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.**U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship**At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.**Recruitment Fraud Alert**We are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind:Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses.Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate.If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links, or open attachments.If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at [e-mail].# **Benefits & Compensation****Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package**A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$64,800.00 - $97,200.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).####The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: