Global Trade Specialist

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining 'impossible'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you're hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there's only one choice.

Global Trade Specialist 

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Global Trade Specialist are to: 

• Perform Import/Export activities in compliance with Government rules and regulations, organizational policies, procedures, goals and objectives with minimal supervision;
• Expedite the import/export process by liaising with regional coordinators, Warehousing/Distribution, and Plant & Production planning;
• Coordinate logistics for import/export shipments (ocean, air, land, rail) working closely with freight forwarders, brokers, Transportation Contract managers and internal stakeholders;
• Ensure all work is completed in a timely and compliant manner, adhering to all internal policies and government regulations;
• Ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant with US and foreign customers;
• Oversee auditing team members files to ensure files are maintained in audit ready status;
• Prepare to participate in an internal or external (USCBP/EPA) audit;
• Ensure accurate, timely and compliant processing of all orders for assigned countries and/or product portfolio;
• Remain current on all applicable import/export regulations through formal training and self guided initiatives;
• Develop, maintain, and train team members and stakeholders on Standard Operating Procedures associated with assigned portfolio’s;
• Collaborate cross functionally, across divisions and internationally to identify and implement best practices and maintain a culture of continuous improvement;
• Uphold relationships and key contacts for foreign partners / customers;
• Conduct import/export operations process training as required;
• Handle complex global trade accounts/trade lanes;
• Work with knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards related to APHIS, Customs and Border Protection, USDA and other government agency laws and regulations;
• Develop Subject Matter Expertise for assigned business units;
• Understand Bayer’s product portfolio and production processes;
• Perform miscellaneous duties and participate in projects as needed;

WHO YOU ARE                                         

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE (Leadership Integrity Flexibility Effiecency) values. More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS Degree required and at least three years' of experience OR at least seven years’ of equivalent work experience;
• Preference for degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Manufacturing, International Commerce in Import or Export;
• Ability to read and write with strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Experience working in SAP or Global Trade system;
• Flexibility to work overtime when necessary;
• Strong project management and excellent analytical skills;
• Preference for experience with agricultural and/or chemical products;