Global Trade Compliance Manager, Special Programs (Hybrid)

Solventum in; Eagan (MN); Hybrid; USD 143,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Travel up to 15%

Job summary

Solventum is seeking a Manager, Global Trade Compliance - Special Programs to lead international trade initiatives, including FTAs, duty savings, and special programs. This hybrid role partners with global teams to ensure compliance and optimize landed costs in a healthcare-focused, innovative environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in trade compliance, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience with ERP systems (SAP, GTS) to drive risk reduction and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher and seven years of international trade compliance, logistics, or supply chain experience.
• Or a High School Diploma/GED with eleven years of experience in international trade compliance, logistics, or supply chain.
• Experience with FTAs and duty savings programs is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) globally, monitoring regulatory developments, assessing qualification, ensuring documentation and compliance.
• Represent the team as SME in cross-functional meetings to support sourcing strategies and optimize landed costs.
• Identify opportunities for import duty refunds and submit applications to authorities.
• Prepare and submit responses to government inquiries related to FTA and special program compliance.
• Support design and execution of special customs programs (duty drawback, FTZs, bonded warehousing, inward processing, returned goods relief).
• Support U.S. and other government sales by qualifying products under TAA/BAA and related programs.
• Analyze import/export data and support IT/ERP initiatives to identify risks and duty optimization opportunities.
• Develop and maintain compliance frameworks, policies, procedures, training, KPIs, and reporting with stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Master's degree in International Business, Trade, or related field

Tools

SAP

GTS

Job description

Solventum is seeking a Manager, Global Trade Compliance - Special Programs to lead international trade initiatives, including FTAs, duty savings, and special programs. This hybrid role partners with global teams to ensure compliance and optimize landed costs in a healthcare-focused, innovative environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in trade compliance, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience with ERP systems (SAP, GTS) to drive risk reduction and cost efficiency.