We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 28 Apr 2025
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 28 April 2025.
Location: Preferred hybrid onsite arrangement in Minneapolis; however, remote work within the United States may be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.
The Global Trade Strategy Analyst plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the Preferential and Non-Preferential Country of Origin (COO) Programs. This involves analyzing products in line with relevant rules and regulations, gathering and organizing data, communicating with key stakeholders, generating compliant certifications, and maintaining records accordingly. Success in this role requires a strong understanding of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and the nuances of preferential and non-preferential country of origin. Additionally, the analyst is responsible for obtaining and analyzing data to generate metrics and reports. When needed, this position also supports various supply chain projects.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Engage with various functional stakeholders at various levels within the organization in order to obtain the required information
Analyze Bills of Material, manufacturing documentation, HTS classification, cost information, supplier certifications and other relevant documents to determine preferential and non-preferential country of origin eligibility within the rules, regulations and established procedures.
Solicit, review and approve Free Trade Agreement Certificates and/or Certificates of origin from suppliers.
Upon qualification, generate compliant country of origin certificates prior to the existing certificate expiration date
Adhere to processes and procedures required to manage preferential and non-preferential COO determination and certification.
Perform tactical and strategic functions through various technology platforms, including SAP, SAP GTS, Smartsheet, Microsoft Excel and other systems.
Maintain records and documentation necessary to support Medtronic’s preferential and non-preferential COO determinations and claims according to the rules governing international trade and internally developed policy and procedures.
Reviews records to ensure quality standards and reporting are met.
Utilize data and reports from various systems and tools to share metrics with key stakeholders to help drive strategic decision making.
Represent Global Trade Operations with building system requirements and testing functionality in technology deployments.
Maintain records and documentation necessary to support Medtronic’s preferential and non-preferential COO determinations and claims according to the rules governing international trade and internally developed policy and procedures.
Other projects as assigned.
Minimum Requirement
Nice to Have
Knowledge of Country of Origin Determination
Understanding of Free Trade Agreements
Knowledge of Harmonized Tariff Schedule Classification
General knowledge of Global Trade, Customs Regulations, and supply chain
Licensed Customs Broker
Proficiency in English and Mandarin
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and ability to influence others through demonstrated expertise.
Excellent communication skills (e.g., verbal, written, presentation) with ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.
Ability to work well with a team and independently with minimal direction
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills
Strong analytic and data mining skills; creating metrics and dashboards
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
Ability to read, write and comprehend complex regulations and procedures
Knowledge of Medtronic products and corporate structure
SAP, SAP GTS , Smartsheet, and Microsoft Excel Experience
Experience working for a manufacturing organization
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$62,400.00 - $93,600.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance,Health Savings Account,Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,Life insurance, Long-term disability leave,Dependent daycare spending account,Tuition assistance/reimbursement, andSimple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match,Short-term disability,Paid time off,Paid holidays,Employee Stock Purchase Plan,Employee Assistance Program,Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
About Medtronic
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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