Thermo Fisher Scientific

Export Coordinator

Thermo Fisher Scientific  •  Madison, WI (Onsite)  •  3 days ago
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Job Description

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Various outside weather conditions

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

The Export Coordinator is responsible for managing and executing all international shipment activities, ensuring compliance with global trade regulations while meeting customer delivery expectations. This role requires a strong understanding of Incoterms, freight forwarding processes, and commercial invoice documentation to support efficient and compliant export operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and process all export shipments from order entry through final delivery
  • Ensure compliance with all international trade regulations, export laws, and customs requirements
  • Prepare, review, and process export documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and shipping instructions
  • Apply appropriate Incoterms to shipments and ensure correct cost/risk allocation between buyer and seller
  • Work closely with freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers to schedule shipments and resolve transportation issues
  • Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery
  • Verify accuracy of shipping documentation to prevent delays, penalties, or compliance issues
  • Track and trace shipments, proactively communicating status updates to internal stakeholders and customers
  • Collaborate with internal departments including sales, customer service, and warehouse teams to ensure order accuracy and readiness
  • Support audits and maintain records in accordance with export compliance requirements
  • Identify opportunities to improve export processes, reduce costs, and enhance service levels

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3+ years of experience in export coordination, international logistics, or global trade
  • Strong knowledge of Incoterms (2020), export compliance, and international shipping documentation
  • Experience working with freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers
  • Familiarity with commercial invoice processing and documentation requirements
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and transportation management systems
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with export control regulations (EAR, ITAR)
  • Knowledge of tariff classification (HTS codes) and country-specific import/export requirements
  • Certification in international trade or logistics (e.g., CILT, APICS)

Key Competencies

  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Regulatory compliance awareness
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Time management and prioritization
  • Customer service mindset
Thermo Fisher Scientific

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.

Industry
Biotech & Life Sciences
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Waltham, MA
Year Founded
Unknown
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