Manager - Global Customs Preferential Management (JG5)

Hiring for Customs Manager!

A global MNC company specializing in chemical manufacturing is currently looking to hire a Manager for their Global Customs team!

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a team of specialists who coordinate, conduct analysis of products subject to Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), and prepare and maintain the data and documentation required under applicable FTAs.
• Contribute to collaboration and coordination with Business Unit leadership, Customs Country Custodians, and the Customs Management Team to support best practice implementation, optimize FTA processes, and support KPI reporting and performance monitoring.
• Ability to work flexibly and collaborate with stakeholders across different time zones.
• Participate and contribute in Preference Management regular meetings, monitor operational performance, and support the alignment of cost and KPI measures within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Oversee the solicitation, validation, and maintenance of data and documentation, including FTA certificates and long-term supplier agreements, from the company's suppliers to support preferential treatment and duty-saving opportunities for Business Units and legal entities.
• Coordinate and oversee communication with the company's customers, Business Units, and relevant stakeholders to ensure that FTA requirements, responses, and origin-related obligations are met.
• Identify, evaluate, and support additional duty management and Free Trade Agreement utilization opportunities to enhance cost savings and customs efficiency within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Manage and support the implementation of process and system changes related to Free Trade Agreements in collaboration with IT, process owners, and relevant stakeholders.
• Apply an operational excellence mindset to review, standardize, and optimize end-to-end Preferential Management process flows, improving efficiency, quality, compliance, and customer service.

Requirements:

• 5-8 years of professional experience in Customs, Foreign Trade Compliance, Preferential Origin determination, and Free Trade Agreement (FTA) management.
• Experience in Customs and/or Foreign Trade laws and regulations.
• Experience leading teams, coordinating cross-functional activities, or managing projects is preferred.
• Experience driving process improvement, operational excellence, or digitalization initiatives is an advantage.
• Ability to work flexibly and collaborate with stakeholders across different time zones.
• Strong knowledge of Preferential Origin determination, Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), and customs compliance requirements.
• Experienced in SAP (preferably SAP GTS

If you fit the requirement,apply now!