Trade Manager

At Medtronic you can begin a life‑long career of exploration and innovation while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected compassionate world. A Day in the Life We are seeking a Trade Operations Manager to lead strategic trade operations and compliance initiatives overseeing import and export activities across Brazil. This role plays a key part in ensuring alignment with company policies and local trade regulations through effective cross‑functional collaboration. This a hybrid role based in São Paulo SP Brazil. Responsibilities Serve as an import / export liaison for international customers distribution procurement planning manufacturing intercompany finance regulatory and import / export compliance functions including coordination with Brazilian regulatory bodies such as ANVISA and Port Authority Oversee a variety of import / export duties including oversight of brokerage and international transportation service providers data and documentation gathering necessary to facilitate shipments between international locations Manage Brazilian customs brokers creating a strategic vision for process systems and organizational structure to maximise efficiencies and minimise compliance risk managing international freight providers performance in all aspects of their service Lead develop and support a collaborative high‑performing team of four Import Trade Operations professionals along with a team of contingent workers Develop strategic plans to achieve Trade Operations goals and initiatives by researching analysing and interpreting Brazilian trade regulations and their impact on Medtronic and improving trade operational procedures with a focus on the DUIMP (Declaração Única de Importação) and NPI (Novo Processo de Importação) Conduct data analysis to report department import operational metrics being responsible for timely and accurate responses to the government such as customs ANVISA and INFRAERO Required Knowledge and Experience Bachelor’s degree and an MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree Fluent in English (CV must be submitted in English); Spanish proficiency is a plus In‑depth knowledge of Brazilian customs regulations and key agencies such as ANVISA INFRAERO and Port Authorities with a solid understanding of DUIMP and NPI requirements Team leadership and talent management experience A valid driver’s licence (Category B) We Offer Medtronic is recognized by the Great Place to Work (GPTW) and in 2022 reached tenth place in the ranking of best companies to work for in the industry and services category. This recognition reinforces our ongoing commitment to the well‑being of our employees. Our benefits are carefully designed to promote quality of life and this is why we work with the best suppliers on the market. Find out more about what we offer in our benefits package : PLR Private Pension Plan Transport voucher reimbursement for charter or parking Flexible meal voucher Medical assistance and Dental assistance (for you and your legal dependents – spouses, children, stepchildren) Life insurance Gympass Childcare assistance Pharmacy discount ESPP (discounted share purchase program) Educational subsidy Idiomatic program Wellness programs Holiday break program and Short Friday. Here your Friday ends at 2 pm Birthday Day Off Maternity leave 6 months Paternity leave 20 days Paid Family Leave Program of up to 6 weeks. Work 4 weeks from anywhere. Option of transportation hybrid work will not be available for positions in the clinical and sales areas as well as for positions that do not have working time control. Our Commitment Our unwavering commitment to inclusion diversity and equity means zero barriers to opportunity within Medtronic and a culture where all employees belong, are respected and feel valued for who they are and the life experiences they contribute. We know equity starts beyond our workplace and we must play a role in addressing systemic inequities in our communities if we hope to have long‑term sustainable impact. Anchored in our Mission we continue to drive ID E forward both to enhance the well‑being of Medtronic employees and to accelerate innovation that brings our lifesaving technologies to more people in more places around the world. 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. 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. This position is eligible for a short‑term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). Required Experience Manager Key Skills History Accounts Assistant Credit Control Advocacy Corporate Risk Management Government Brand Development Employment Type: Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr