About AbbVie AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people’s lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women’s health and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn. Objectives of the Position: The purpose of this position is to manage the import/export compliance and operational activities as well as all efforts at the Pringy, France manufacturing site to ensure adherence with laws, improve operational efficiency and facilitate reduction of tariff and non-tariff barriers. The primary focus is the Pringy location but this position will also support other EU manufacturing sites in our network with tactical and compliance activities. Key responsibilities include coordinating all operational imports/exports, liaison with customs authorities and other relevant government agencies, provide guidance to local AbbVie business personnel, development & deploy trade compliance procedures/policies, lead audit defense related activities, and serve as a subject matter expert for the function. Primary Responsibilities: Ensure that all import/export transactions are in compliance with Customs Law Lead efforts with the site to resolve day-to-day issues that result in border delays Act as one of the primary points of contact with customs to address any requests for audits and inspections Provide guidance to local AbbVie business on matters concerning import & export requirements Manage the integrity of trade data (i.e. tariff code, country of origin) and support monitoring of the system in which they are maintained Provide guidance on documentation, tariff classification, customs valuation, and country of origin determinations Monitor trade compliance regulatory and legislative changes and alert the appropriate parties internally on the impact to the business Develop and drive solutions/strategies to issues faced by the businesses and the necessary controls around any change Support import/export/duty management and Trusted Trader projects that focus on driving efficiencies or cost savings for the company Provide training and knowledge sharing to improve business knowledge and operational performance and ensure compliance with importing/exporting regulations Manage the capturing and analyzing of metrics associated with the trade operation for reporting to leadership Partner with GTC functional managers to ensure proper audit protocols are followed so as to maintain compliance with customs law and internal policies Qualifications Proficient in English, a third language such as Italian, German is preferred University degree in a related field (e.g., international trade, supply chain, logistics, public management & policy, public revenue and treasury) Degree from a public customs academy or public finance 3-5 years of experience working in a broker’s agency, multinational company, or consulting firm, in customs authority Computer Skills. Must have excellent ability managing Excel, Outlook and communications software, SAP GTS, and other ERPs Knowledge on Administration, Foreign Trade, Customs Law, Tariff Codes, etc. In-depth knowledge on import/export regulations and activities, etc. Knowledge and experience on French and other EU Customs authorities Proactive, negotiation abilities Strong leadership and communications skills Scope of Responsibilities: Pringy Manufacturing site Location Pringy, France Reporting Line(s): Reports to Supervisor, Global Trade Compliance-Italy Travel No Job Type Experienced Schedule Full-time Job Level Code IC Equal Employment Opportunity At AbbVie, we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop new and innovative solutions for patients. As an equal opportunity employer we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.