Sr Trade Compliance & Logistics Specialist
Boehringer Ingelheim, Ridgefield, CT, United States
The Senior Trade Compliance & Logistics is responsible for the development and management of import processes, policies and procedures for the Ridgefield business; providing guidance to employees, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with US Customs Regulations. This is a critical role in protecting Boehringer Ingelheim against Customs fines and penalties and facilitating import of goods into the US.
Reviews exports to ensure schedule B, valuation and ECCN declaration are accurate, ensuring compliant reporting to US agencies upon export and foreign Customs agencies upon import, and provides backup support for the export program.
Compensation Data The base salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $147,000.00 USD. The position may be eligible for a role specific discretionary bonus, relocation, and/or other compensation elements. We continuously review market data and may adjust salary ranges as needed in the future. Actual compensation will be based on job‑related factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications, and other factors permitted by law.
Duties & Responsibilities
Ensures accurate completion of internal import forms
Assigns non‑chemical Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) numbers per U.S. Customs regulations and obtains chemical HTS codes from Boehringer Ingelheim chemists
Determines FDA product codes and ensures FDA end‑user letters or TSCA forms are created when required
Reviews and approves shipping documents for all incoming shipments to ensure accuracy
Verifies the need for USDA, CDC, or Fish & Wildlife permits and ensures permitted shipments meet all permit requirements
Provides complete instructions and required documentation to the Customs Broker
Monitors and records import transactions to maintain a meaningful historical record for decision‑making and audit support
Assists the Customs Broker in resolving clearance issues to ensure compliance with U.S. import regulationsEnsures the broker Power of Attorney remains current
Conducts annual reviews of broker SOPs and meets with the broker as issues arise to implement necessary compliance changes
Conducts monthly internal audits of import and export transactions and implements corrective actions
Drives continuous improvement in the timeliness and accuracy of Customs clearance
Reviews historical import data to identify potential duty savings and process improvements
Ensures local policies, procedures, SOPs, and desk procedures are reviewed annually per CTPAT requirements and updated promptly
Conducts ongoing training for the Site Logistics team responsible for import coverage
Manages training rollout for company‑wide Learning One Source programs
Reviews export documentation and assigns non‑chemical Schedule B numbers
Ensures accurate valuation, coordinating with colleagues in Germany for clarification when needed
Conducts ECCN reviews and escalates potential licensable shipments
Reviews Schedule B and valuation processes for improvement opportunities
Manages the CTPAT program, including vendor risk assessments, mitigation planning, and oversight of third‑party risk assessment software to ensure CBP compliance
Coordinates the annual security plan review and update in accordance with CTPAT requirements
Coordinates CBP re‑validations with internal teams
Monitors security criteria and recommends process improvements
Creates and maintains local employee training and disseminates CTPAT program information to management and other OPUs
Conducts CTPAT‑required risk assessments
Completes the Boehringer Ingelheim Annual Internal Control and Test Plan
Completes the data collection form and supporting documentation for the Ridgefield site and submits it to Trade Compliance
Provides written supporting documentation as needed for compliance audits
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration or Finance with 3-5 years’ experience with Customs compliance and importation issues. If without degree, please refer to requirements below.
Associate degree plus eight (8) years of relevant work experience with Customs compliance and importation issues
HS Diploma plus ten (10) years of relevant work experience with Customs compliance and importation issues
Proficiency in Excel, Word, and SAP
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to demonstrate superior organization skills and attention to details
Eligibility Requirements
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
Must be willing to take a drug test and post‑offer physical (if required)
Must be 18 years of age or older
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Reviews exports to ensure schedule B, valuation and ECCN declaration are accurate, ensuring compliant reporting to US agencies upon export and foreign Customs agencies upon import, and provides backup support for the export program.
Compensation Data The base salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $147,000.00 USD. The position may be eligible for a role specific discretionary bonus, relocation, and/or other compensation elements. We continuously review market data and may adjust salary ranges as needed in the future. Actual compensation will be based on job‑related factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications, and other factors permitted by law.
Duties & Responsibilities
Ensures accurate completion of internal import forms
Assigns non‑chemical Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) numbers per U.S. Customs regulations and obtains chemical HTS codes from Boehringer Ingelheim chemists
Determines FDA product codes and ensures FDA end‑user letters or TSCA forms are created when required
Reviews and approves shipping documents for all incoming shipments to ensure accuracy
Verifies the need for USDA, CDC, or Fish & Wildlife permits and ensures permitted shipments meet all permit requirements
Provides complete instructions and required documentation to the Customs Broker
Monitors and records import transactions to maintain a meaningful historical record for decision‑making and audit support
Assists the Customs Broker in resolving clearance issues to ensure compliance with U.S. import regulationsEnsures the broker Power of Attorney remains current
Conducts annual reviews of broker SOPs and meets with the broker as issues arise to implement necessary compliance changes
Conducts monthly internal audits of import and export transactions and implements corrective actions
Drives continuous improvement in the timeliness and accuracy of Customs clearance
Reviews historical import data to identify potential duty savings and process improvements
Ensures local policies, procedures, SOPs, and desk procedures are reviewed annually per CTPAT requirements and updated promptly
Conducts ongoing training for the Site Logistics team responsible for import coverage
Manages training rollout for company‑wide Learning One Source programs
Reviews export documentation and assigns non‑chemical Schedule B numbers
Ensures accurate valuation, coordinating with colleagues in Germany for clarification when needed
Conducts ECCN reviews and escalates potential licensable shipments
Reviews Schedule B and valuation processes for improvement opportunities
Manages the CTPAT program, including vendor risk assessments, mitigation planning, and oversight of third‑party risk assessment software to ensure CBP compliance
Coordinates the annual security plan review and update in accordance with CTPAT requirements
Coordinates CBP re‑validations with internal teams
Monitors security criteria and recommends process improvements
Creates and maintains local employee training and disseminates CTPAT program information to management and other OPUs
Conducts CTPAT‑required risk assessments
Completes the Boehringer Ingelheim Annual Internal Control and Test Plan
Completes the data collection form and supporting documentation for the Ridgefield site and submits it to Trade Compliance
Provides written supporting documentation as needed for compliance audits
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration or Finance with 3-5 years’ experience with Customs compliance and importation issues. If without degree, please refer to requirements below.
Associate degree plus eight (8) years of relevant work experience with Customs compliance and importation issues
HS Diploma plus ten (10) years of relevant work experience with Customs compliance and importation issues
Proficiency in Excel, Word, and SAP
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to demonstrate superior organization skills and attention to details
Eligibility Requirements
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
Must be willing to take a drug test and post‑offer physical (if required)
Must be 18 years of age or older
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