Manager, Global Trade Compliance

Manager, Global Trade Compliance - Special Programs

3M Health Care is now Solventum

At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers' toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue.

We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.

The Impact You'll Make in this Role

As a Manager, Global Trade Compliance - Special Programs, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Managing free trade agreements (FTAs) globally, including monitoring regulatory developments, assessing qualification, ensuring supporting documentation, and driving compliance with applicable requirements
• Representing the team as a subject matter expert (SME) in cross-functional meetings and projects to support sourcing strategies, minimize trade restrictions, and optimize landed costs
• Identifying and coordinating opportunities for import duty refunds, including preparation and submission of applications to relevant authorities
• Preparing and submitting responses to government inquiries related to FTA and special program compliance (e.g., CF28 or similar requests)
• Supporting the assessment, design, implementation, and execution of special customs programs (e.g., duty drawback, FTZs, bonded warehousing, inward processing, returned goods relief)
• Supporting U.S. and other government sales by qualifying products under TAA, BAA, and similar regulatory programs, including supplier engagement
• Analyzing import/export data and supporting IT/ERP initiatives to identify compliance risks, trends, and duty optimization opportunities
• Developing and maintaining compliance frameworks, including policies, procedures, training, KPIs, and performance reporting in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) AND seven (7) years of experience in international trade compliance, logistics, or supply chain
• OR
• High School Diploma/GED AND eleven (11) years of experience in international trade compliance, logistics, or supply chain

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Master's degree in International Business, Trade, Supply Chain, or a related discipline from an accredited institution
• Seven (7) years of experience with Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and duty savings programs in a multinational or consulting environment
• Seven (7) years of experience with special customs programs such as duty drawback, bonded warehousing, FTZs, or inward processing
• Experience with U.S. and international trade regulations, including TAA (Trade Agreements Act), BAA (Buy American Act), and related compliance requirements
• Experience leading projects and managing cross-functional or global teams
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, GTS) and use of data analysis to support compliance and cost optimization
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience developing policies, procedures, or training related to trade compliance
• Ability to manage competing priorities and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Five (5) years of experience supporting global trade compliance programs in a private, public, government, or military environment
• Skills include project management, problem-solving, and effective communication across global teams

Work location: Hybrid Eligible (Job Duties allow for some remote work but require travel to one of these locations: Eagan, Minnesota or San Antonio, Texas, at least 2-days per week)

Travel: May include up to 15% domestic/international Relocation Assistance: May be authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum reg