Trade Operations Associate Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

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A Day in the Life
At Medtronic, we seek out and hire a diverse workforce at every level: We need fresh ideas and inclusive insights to continue to be an innovative industry leader - that's why we make it a point to seek out, attract and develop employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and who represent the same wide variety of life experiences as our patients
In the role as a Global Trade Operations Specialist, you will be responsible for analyzing products according to the associated rules of origin, gathering and organizing data from internal and external resources, communicating with key stakeholders, assigning country of origin to Medtronic's products, generating certifications, and maintaining master data and records. As needed, this position provides support to various global supply chain projects and trade related data needs.
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We're working a minimum of 4 days a week, onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. This position will work onsite at our site in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Responsibilities include:

• Analyze product, manufacturing, sourcing, and supplier documentation to support international trade and import compliance activities.
• Apply Rules of Origin and related trade regulations to determine and validate country of origin for Medtronic products.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready records, including assessment rationale and master data, to support import claims and regulatory requirements.
• Execute work in accordance with established procedures and independently recommend updates to work instructions to ensure regulatory and policy alignment.
• Partner with internal cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to obtain information, resolve issues, and support compliance decision-making.
• Manage daily workload independently to meet defined performance metrics, service levels, and timelines.
• Prepare and deliver recurring operational and compliance metrics and reports.
• Track and support workflow approvals to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Perform peer reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to standards.
• Provide country-of-origin guidance for new product development and product changes.
• Develop and maintain standard templates, tools, and process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Prepare and present materials to support moderately complex business cases and compliance assessments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience in trade operations, supply chain, or operations (OR an Associate's Degree with 2+ years experience OR a Bachelor's Degree with 1+ year(s) experience).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, Engineering, or a related field
• Working knowledge of international trade regulations, including Custom's Rules of Origin.
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret manufacturing, sourcing, and supplier documentation.
• Experience maintaining accurate records and master data in support of regulatory or compliance processes.
• Proficiency with standard business tools and systems (e.g., Excel, reporting tools, ERP or trade compliance systems).
• Ability to follow established procedures while identifying opportunities for incremental process improvement.
• Ability to identify issues that are not immediately evident and apply sound judgment to resolve moderately complex problems.
• Ability to make data-driven recommendations and implement system or process enhancements as needed.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with internal cross-functional partners to gather information, clarify requirements, and support decision-making.
• Comfortable presenting information, metrics, and findings to peers and stakeholders
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, quality, and compliance.

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
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Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$64,800.00 - $97,200.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
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