Job Description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Foreign trade Zone Administrator – Casa Grande, AZ

The   Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ)  Administrator   is   responsible   for   ensuring   site   compliance   with   FTZ   regulations ,   managing   active   inventory   within   the   zone ,   and   facilitating   trade   activitie s .   Th e FTZ Administrator   oversee s   all   aspects   of   FTZ   operations ,   interacting   with   internal   teams ,   external   partners ,   and   U.S.   Customs . The FTZ Administrator participates in regulatory visits and audits as well as maintains all records pertaining to the zone.  

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution

• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. 

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. 

The Opportunity 

This position works out of our Casa Grande, Arizona location in the Abbott Nutrition division. Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.

Casa Grande, Ariz., is one of Abbott’s leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But we’re more than just a company, we’re a family. Working here you’ll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide.

What You’ll Work On  

• Ensure   business   compliance   to   FTZ   regulations , U.S.   Customs   and   Border   Protection (CBP)  regulations ,   and   other   relevant   trade   laws .   

• Oversee   distribution   and   inventory   control   of   goods   within   the   FTZ,   including   maintaining   records   and   reconciling   both   raw   material   and   finished   goods   inventory .  

• Ensure   all   recommendations   from   Customs   are   adhered   to   while   the   zone   is   active   as   well   as   uphold   any   Abbott   policies .  

• Prepare   and   submit   required   Customs   forms ,   annual   reports ,   and   other   supporting   documentation .  

• Facilitate   recurring   FTZ   business   update   meetings   with   internal   and   external   stakeholders ,   maintaining   clear   action   items ,   follow   ups   and   meeting   minutes .   

• Communicate   effectively   with   internal   teams ,   external   partners ,   and   U.S.   Customs   regarding   FTZ   operations  

• Maintain   education   on   changes   in   US   Customs   regulations   and   support   business   compliance   with   agency   requirements   and / or   recommendations .   

• Assisting   with   audits   and   other   compliance-related   activities .  

• Report   pertinent   information   to   both   internal   customers   and   suppliers   to   keep   them   apprised   and   to   prevent   problems .  

• Validate   FTZ   data   against   actual   documentation   as   needed   to   ensure   the   accuracy   of   integration   and   information .  

• Maintain   record   keeping   as   necessary   for   site   upkeep   of   Foreign Trade Zone   Requirements .   

• Support   optimization   of   FTZ   operations   to   reduce   costs   and   improve   efficiency .   

• Update   site   procedures   as   needed   for   compliance   purposes .  

You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Minimum 2 years 

• Understanding of Foreign Trade Zone regulations, import/export procedures, and U.S. Customs compliance 

• Experience with inventory management, receiving, shipping, and transactions that affect material flow 

• Proficiency in Excel, PowerBi BI, ERP/WMS systems, and trade documentation 

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

• Demonstrates the ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks and priorities in a rapidly evolving environment, maintaining high performance and productivity under pressure. 

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Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $60,000.00 – $120,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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