Product Classification and Trade Specialist

ABB; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

ABB Employee Benefits

Job summary

ABB is seeking a classifications specialist to ensure compliant export controls for products, software and raw materials. You will maintain master data including HTS and ECCN and support customs declarations with accurate product information.

The role requires strong knowledge of US trade regulations, SAP/GTS experience, and collaboration across a multinational team in a hybrid US environment, with potential remote work for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of logistics, export operations or customs compliance experience.
• Experience in multinational/global organizations.
• Strong knowledge of US import/export regulations and customs procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide customs and export classification for ABB products, software, and materials.
• Manage and update master data: descriptions, HTS, ECCN, and related entries.
• Guide teams on product classification inquiries and regulatory changes.
• Review regulatory framework changes and apply relevant updates.

Skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Experience in logistics/exports

Knowledge of HTS/ECCN

US export controls knowledge

Experience with ERP systems (SAP/SAP G

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Business, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP

SAP GTS

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Procurement Manager

Your Role And Responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide customs and export control classification for ABB products, purchased third-party products, software, and raw materials. Each day, you will ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards, and guidelines. You will also showcase your expertise by conducting thorough research and analysis of ABB products to determine the appropriate product classification codes and standards.

The work model for the role is Hybrid. Remote work is a possibility for the right candidate.

This role is contributing to the Automation, Marine and Ports Division and will support the US and Canada.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Providing classification of products, software, and/or technologies as part of new product introduction cycle.
• Managing and updating master data for products, technologies, and software, including product description, Harmonized Tariff Scheme (HTS) code, and Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCN), etc., and/or supporting customs declarants with product information required for master data management and entries.
• Providing guidance and support to relevant teams regarding product classification-related inquiries or issues.
• Reviewing and applying relevant changes in the regulatory framework related to product classification.

Our team dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Qualifications For The Role

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Business, Business Administration, or a related field is strongly preferred but not required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, import/export operations, customs compliance, or international trade administration.
• Experience working within a multinational or global organization preferred.
• Strong understanding of U.S. import/export regulations and customs procedures. Knowledge of CA regulations is a plus.
• Knowledge of export controls, sanctions compliance, and international trade regulations.
• Familiarity with HTS classification, ECCN determination, and customs valuation principles.
• Experience with SAP, SAP GTS, or similar ERP and trade compliance systems preferred.

What's in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger

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ABB Benefit Summary For Eligible US Employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
• Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

More About Us

The Marine & Ports Division serves the shipping and ports industries through its extensive portfolio of iintegrated systems and solutions that improve the flexibility, reliability and energy efficiency of vessels and container terminals. By coupling power, propulsion, automation, marine software and services that ensure maximum vessel uptime, the Division is well positioned to help the marine industry to achieve its decarbonization targets while improving the profitability and sustainability of our customers’ business throughout the entire lifecycle of vessels. With ABB Ability™ Marine software solutions and ABB Ability™ Collaborative Operations Centers around the world, shipowners and operators can run their fleets at lower fuel and maintenance costs, while improving crew, passenger and cargo safety as well as overall productivity of their operations. Further, the Division delivers automation, electrical systems and digital solutions for container and bulk cargo handling, from ship to gate. These solutions help terminal operators meet the challenge of larger ships, taller cranes and bigger volumes per call, and make terminal operations safer, greener and more productive.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.