Trade Analyst

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This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we've announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you'll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to:

Market Intelligence Lead - RA

Your role and responsibilities

As a Trade Analyst, you will play a critical role in supporting global trade operations by analyzing trade data, monitoring regulatory changes, and providing actionable insights to optimize international business activities. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, identify market opportunities, and support strategic decision-making for executive audience and the government relations team.

The work model for the role is: #Li_hybrid

This role is contributing to the Robotics division in Bangalore, India.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Analyze global trade flows, tariffs, and market trends to support tactical as well as strategic decisions.
• Ability to relate geopolitics to the company and enable impact tracking in real time.
• Monitor international trade regulations and ensure compliance across operations.
• Work closely with the Government Relations function to support on ad-hoc analysis as well as quantifying the various policies in the company context.
• Prepare detailed reports to communicate trade insights to internal stakeholders.
• Support risk assessments related to trade compliance and contribute to mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to streamline trade related processes.
• Maintain and enhance trade databases and tools for improved data accuracy and accessibility
• Build a relative country competitiveness positioning for the company and competition

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in International Business, Economics, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in trade analysis, international logistics, or trade compliance.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or other data visualization tools.
• Familiarity with global trade regulations (e.g., WTO, FTAs, Incoterms, HS codes).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for executive audience.
• Ability to read P&L and analyze company performance in context of the broader market is key
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with global setup including multiple stakeholders
• A curious mindset with a passion for continuous learning and improvement

More about us

ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation Business area provides robotics, and machine and factory automation including products, software, solutions and services. Revenues are generated both from direct sales to end users as well as from indirect sales mainly through system integrators and machine builders.

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