At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!

As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.

At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.

Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

Role overview

International Trade & Customs Compliance Sr Expert is responsible for the following scope in regard to Elanco customs operations in EMEA region:

• Act as the main liaison within Elanco organization for any issues or questions related to customs and trade compliance
• Craft and put into action programs related to customs and trade compliance
• Confirm alignment between business operations and applicable customs requirements
• Oversee audits and investigations to maintain adherence to compliance standards
• Perform risk evaluations
• Identify continuous improvement and duty savings initiatives
• Key contact for customs brokers and Customs Authorities in the region
• Monitor performance of customs brokers

Position responsibilities

• Oversee and manage Elanco import and export customs operations in the region
• Manage and resolve trade compliance issues in the region and implement corrective actions
• Serve as a main point of contact for customs-related inquiries received from Elanco organization, customs brokers and local Customs Authorities
• Manage regular meetings with customs brokers and monitor KPI’s
• Interpret customs regulations in each country in the region
• Monitor any customs regulatory changes and implement as appropriate
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures related to trade compliance
• Perform Harmonized Tariff classification and confirm the customs classification, country of origin and valuation of goods are correct
• Manage preferential origin determination
• Review and approve supply chain changes and product launches from customs and trade compliance perspective
• Perform regular pre- and post-entry audits
• Organize trainings for internal stakeholders on customs basics topics and promote general awareness of trade compliance in Elanco organization
• Build strong relationships with external customs partners and internal stakeholders
• Attend conferences/ trainings to remain updated with latest customs regulations

Required skills, experience, and education

Educational Requirements:

University degree or equivalent by experience.

Basic Requirements:

• 8+ years of direct international trade experience
• Knowledge of import and export regulations in the region
• Experience in comprehending complex customs rules and regulations
• Knowledge of customs compliance and design of optimal supply chain flows
• Deep knowledge of incoterms, rules of origin, Free Trade Agreements, customs tariff classification, customs valuation
• Experience in regular interactions with customs brokers
• Experience in communication with Customs Authorities
• Attention to detail
• Advanced analytical capabilities
• Demonstrated multi-functional project management skills (FI, Q, IT, SC, Manuf.)
• Experience to work on an international level
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written & presentation skills)
• Fluent in English (verbal and written)
• Experience with SAP, GTS
• Experience with manufacturing and supply chain operations

Preferred skills experience and education

• Experience and knowledge of export control regulations, denied/restricted party and sanctions screening
• German language

Reporting relationships

• Reports to: International Trade & Customs Compliance Manager (EMEA), Supply Chain Operations
• Direct reports: None

We offer

• Career at one of the leading global animal healthcare companies
• Hybrid work type
• Office located in the center of Warsaw (Rondo Daszynskiego)
• Extra days off
• Flexible working hours
• Sports cards (Multisport), private medical care, life insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Open and inclusive environment which is supportive and welcoming of all diversity strands
• Animal-Friendly office
• Theatre tickets discounts
• Recognition and reward platform
• Language learning platform

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status