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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 activities. The FTZ Administrator oversees 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. 

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. 

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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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.