Regional Trade Compliance Manager (SEA & Oceania)

Posted:
2/6/2025, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Singapore, Singapore

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Legal & Compliance

Position Summary

This role manages regional customs operation and advise subsidiaries customs personnel on how to handle customs issues, for both the sales office and factory, within SEA & Oceania region.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage customs risk management program and align the objectives and regular process with subsidiaries.
  • Monitor SEA & Oceania import and export customs regulatory and procedural changes that could impact import /export planning and requirements. 
  • Clearly communicate those guidelines to stakeholders for the export/import planning process.
  • Manage and report duty refund status, also to minimize over/underpaid duties.
  • Conduct regular internal customs audit and monitoring through analysing and reviewing import data.
  • Assist with classification, including Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), import permit, FTA application and tariff concession (AU, NZ).
  • Establish and manage positive business relationships with key stakeholders in HQ, RHQ and subsidiaries and business teams.
  • Proactively identify and drive process improvement initiatives.
  • Develop communication and training plans to raise awareness among stakeholders on trade and product compliance processes.
  • Be active in the role of consultancy and interaction with HQ, regional counterparts and subsidiaries in discussion and sharing of best practices in operations.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in managing and advising Customs process (Import/Export), FTAs, Trade Compliance, or similar regulatory matter in the region.
  • Demonstrate strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven track record in handling regional and country customs operation.
  • Highly motivated with drive to work independently to accomplish goals.  
  • Ability to thrive in fast paced and changing environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent
  • Licensed customs broker is preferred.
  • Prior government or regulatory agency (consulting firm) experience is preferred.

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