Take your next career step at ABB E-Mobility with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. As a Trade Compliance Specialist, you are  will be responsible for the implementation of ABB E-mobility’s Trade Program. Manages Country Trade and Compliance Operates in close cooperation with the respective ABB Transport and Logistics Manager, covering Import and Export transactions and ensure the proper handling of import duty expense and other customs related fees by ABB`s business operations.

Salary Range for this role: $105,000 to $120,000 USD

In this role your main accountabilities will be:

• Strategy and planning: Provide strategic input to management on footprint and sourcing strategies to maximize use of trade preference agreements and minimize duty costs.
• Cost and quality: Achieve cost reductions through the implementation and use of Trade preference Agreements; Duty Drawback; Bonded warehouses etc.
• Governance: Create, maintain and implement written Country Import and Export compliance procedures as directed by the GTCO and GTOM and RTOM and in accordance with Group policy and requirements. Ensure local procedures are established and responsibilities assigned for accurate HTS and ECCN classification of all import and exported products/technology with respect to relevant national regulations. Control procedures for screening all proposed exports with respect to relevant export control requirements. Advise senior management of the status of the import and export compliance program as well as relevant changes in import / export laws/regulations.
• Risk Management: Manage risk exposure to fines, penalties, sanctions for non-compliance
• Training: Provide training to other departments to whom specific trade operations and/or compliance responsibilities have been delegated and implement general training program for all in-country E-mobility employees.
• Support: Lead the administration of GTS Compliance System deployed by the organization to support the trade compliance process. Advise in-house legal counsel; appropriate senior management; and GTCO of any suspected export control violation.
• Audit & Reporting: Implement procedures to maintain company/operating-unit Import and Export records in accordance with ABB`s Records Management policies. Conduct selected annual “self-audits” of the Country Import/Export Control Program. Notify the Global Trade Compliance Officer of sensitive export control cases and follow the necessary guidelines to address and resolve issues

To make the above work, we need a professional with:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience with minimum 3 years’ experience in trade compliance 
• Advanced degree or certification in trade compliance (e.g., Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), Licensed Customs Broker, or Certified Export Specialist (CES) is a plus.
• Familiar with ITAR and EAR regulations, import/Export regulations and applicable exemptions
• Direct experience working with SAP, S4 Hana or other ERP system a plus
• A collaborative, solution-focused approach and strong written and spoken communication skills in English
• Travel (potentially including international) is limited and only based upon business needs
• Experience in EV Charging Industry a plus
• Candidate must possess valid US work authorization, this role is not eligible for sponsorship or relocation

What’s in it for you? 

Work with the best specialists in their field, in a diverse environment with unparalleled global reach. Feel inspired by our fast growth. You will have the accountability to own your part in enabling a future of sustainable and efficient mobility. You can also count on a competitive compensation package in line with your capabilities and experience. Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities are at the core of what we do. We celebrate different experiences and perspectives, and we aim to empower everyone in the creation of sustainable solutions for people all over the world. Our individual differences make us successful.  

About ABB E-Mobility  

ABB E-mobility is a world leader in EV charging technology and a partner of choice for the world’s biggest electric vehicle OEMs and nationwide EV charging network operators. With a strong R&D pipeline, our robust product portfolio of innovative holistic solutions – from grid to charge point and domestic installations to large fleet depots – means we are actively enabling the future of E-Mobility, not just predicting it. 

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