Global Trade Analyst

The Global Trade Analyst is responsible for import/export regulatory compliance, oversight of govt programs and documentation requirements needed to support E2E global SC flow of goods. This also includes building internal compliance documentation, training resources, providing import/export compliance support to operations teams and support on trade consultancy projects.

This role will partner closely with Global Trade, logistics, Sourcing, R&D, FSQ, tax, finance and legal.

Accountabilities

EUAU & GEMS Operational & Customs Support

• Build and execute cross border operational prcesses and escalate when appropriate.


• Determine appropriate export documentation process to include determination, creation, and ensure recordkeeping requirements are met.


• Consulting and support to plant/market, logistics marketings, Sales, ITQ R&D and other teams on managing import & export operations, Customs/Health Department regulations/programs related to customer and country requirements, in partnership with FSQ.


• Assist plants/markets in researching new country requirements to facilitate International Trade Compliance Operations.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with Customs brokers and freight forwarders and drive continuous improvement actions plans.


• Ensure government/customs regulatory inquiries are recorded into GGAP.


Compliance & Programs

• Accountable to ensure Trade compliance excellence in the following import/export operational areas: Customs entry filing process, classification, denied party screening, controls, embargoes/sanctions, country of origin and recordkeeping.


• Conducts ongoing internal Trade Compliance Monthly Post-Entry audits and implements any necessary corrective actions.


• Monitor Customs broker compliance rate.


• Execute the Free Trade Agreement program and determine product eligibility to maximize duty avoidance as a Global Role/Responsibility. This includes Customs Classification, Supplier Solicitation, Product Qualification and Certification of materials under various programs.


• Participation in Importer/Exporter entity management (review and set-up) for EUAU to ensure Trade flows are set up and operations are compliant (paperwork & customs declaration accuracy).


• Global Feasibility Consultant on the Export Go to Market process (Feasibility, Viability, Prepare to Ship): to ensure products can move into new markets compliantly.


• Trade Data & Process advocate for the Region (e.g., Country of origin, Tariff codes, Inco terms)


• Oversee Export screening and review for embargoed countries.


• Review the GIC Global Trade tasks and complete the GIC Monthly Health check.


• Actively participate in Global Trade/cross-border projects, and System initiatives., Participate in implementing and improving Trade Compliance Policies and Global Processes.


• Develop, maintain, and train export & import operational procedures in partnership with executional teams.


• Own Standard Operations Procedures and documentation for core processes as assigned.


• Support the implementation of import/export processes for samples and ensure cross-border samples shipment are compliant with Regulations and General Mills standards.


• Ensure local import/export logistics teams are trained in the policy and standards and participate in the on-going trade compliance training program.
  
  University degree in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Business, or related fields


• 3-5 years' experience in import/export regulatory compliance or similar function for a global organization required.


• Experience with Import/Export regulations and/or operational processes.


• Process development, standardization, change mgmt. and execution skills.


• Ability to excel in a dynamic and ambiguous global environment.


• Understanding and leveraging of Continuous Improvement tools.


• Excellent interpersonal skills and personal presence to communicate internally and externally, at all levels, across functions, and with government agencies.


• Ability to understand impact to upstream and downstream Global Trade & FSQ processes.


Preferred Skills/Experience

• Knowledge of Import/Export practices and ocean/land cross border transportation movements.


• Working knowledge of Incoterms


• Experience with Systems (SAP, Interspec, GPLM, EClips/GClips & Trade Automation)


• Ability to influence change, strong project and change management skills.


• Previous experience in food manufacturing operations, logistics, customer service, or other related functions.


• Ability to work in a multi-lingual environment


Development the candidate will receive in the role

• Deep Global Trade expertise


• Influence and regional team leadership


• Global business acumen and cross-functional understanding


• Establishing strategies, direction, and priorities on a regional scale


• Driving results and repeatable success globally by leveraging standard processes, tools, and systems


• Managing external partnerships and relationships


• Participation in cross-regional and cross-functional projects
  
  A Certified Great Place to Work, Certified Best UK Workplace and Best Workplace for Wellbeing & Women


• Flexible and employee-focused work culture


• Equal Employment opportunities


• Competitive package with benefits


At General Mills, we are committed to recruiting ,retaining, developing, and advancing an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of the consumers and communities we serve globally. Come and be part of our team's journey. Hungry to Shape the Future.