[Hiring] Global Classification Senior Specialist @Danaher Corporation

Role Description

The Global Classification Senior Specialist is responsible for accurately classifying products, raw materials, documents, and project technology in accordance with the World Customs Organization (WCO)-defined Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and Export Control Number (ECN) regulations across various countries. The role also involves updating the master database with classifications and their rationale, driving process improvements within the Global Classification Team, and maintaining relevant documentation to ensure compliance and efficiency.

This position reports to the Manager- Global Classification and is part of the Supply Chain & Logistics located in Bangalore and will be an on-site role. At Cytiva, our vision is to advance future therapeutics from discovery to delivery.

What you will do:

• Research and assign required classification to the company's relevant items, including raw materials, intermediate products, packaging, finished goods, and equipment.
• Follow Classification SOPs to ensure that all relevant General Rules of Interpretation, General Notes, and Custom Rulings are properly cited, and that records are maintained reflecting drawings, technical information, or other supporting data used to achieve a high level of classification accuracy.
• Utilize BOM and other information and engineering systems to assist in identifying the form, fit, and function of products to arrive at accurate HTS and ECCN classification.
• Create, update, maintain ITC master database/PDM/PLM and ERP systems to help develop and produce products of high trade compliance.
• Product ITC registration in customs code classification database for appropriate import/export codes (HTS/ECN/ECCN).
• Work closely with the global team and respond, as appropriate, to technical questions posted by researching on the product technical data mining in our web catalogue, PDM, Service toolbox, and supplier websites.
• Understand and interpret BOM, drawings, and other design documents.
• Maintain data and electronic records for Special Programs, organization's classification, and Country of Origin through the organization's Global Trade System and other databases.
• Exposure to E2Open application and/or working with Global Trade Management modules of either E2open or SAP will be an added advantage.
• Communicate with internal clients and external suppliers on issues regarding detailed information on parts origin information and/or classification assisting information.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in performing Customs HTS and ECCN classification.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics and communication.
• Additional qualification in International Trade, Customs classification process is preferable.
• Exposure to International ITAR and US Export control classification process is desirable.
• Exposure to Global countries Harmonized Tariff Schedule is advantageous.
• Customs Classifier’s certification preferred.
• Excellent analyzing computer skills including data entry, PC, Windows, database, and Excel spreadsheet.
• Experience in cross-functional interactions with Global Sales, Commercial Sourcing, Engineering, Database administrators, Regulatory affairs, Service, and Manufacturing organizations.
• Able to interpret EBOM, understand the Engineering drawings & Specifications.
• Experience in Life Sciences domain would be an added advantage.

Requirements

• Previous experience in customs regulations, trade compliance, or supply chain operations.
• Exposure to international trade laws, product lifecycle management, and familiarity with global trade management (GTM) systems would further enhance your ability to excel in this role.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives.
• Health care program and paid time off.
• Flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles.