Import - Export Specialist

The Import - Export Specialist is responsible for providing import/export process efficiency. The Import - Export Specialist works with logistics services providers to ensure that the movement of goods in and out is done in compliance with customs regulations while aiming to improve on-time delivery of goods to Product Lines.

Responsibilities

• Manage Import/ Export Licensing Requirements
• Obtain Import/Export Licenses
• Maintain Customs Records
• Review Export Shipment Requests
• Manage Customs Reconciliations
• Perform Export Clearances
• Review Import Shipments
• Perform Import Clearances
• Manage Duties

Additional Responsibilities

• Analyze import and export documentation for incoming and outgoing shipments and ensure accuracy of documentation and verify compliance standard.
• Update import and export systems as needed or locally defined in the assigned country, including data and document storage where necessary.
• Analyze customs duty exemptions and free trade agreements to reduce cost of imports and exports.
• Be responsible and accountable for performance factors related to service level agreements in the country.
• Manage daily customs broker operations and ensure performance is monitored, targeting lead time and cost reductions.
• Liaise with customs and local authorities for daily operational issues.
• Be responsible and accountable for ensuring all import and export duty tariff codes are correctly applied to incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Comply with customs requirements and manage customs duties
• Conduct regulatory self-audits for compliance to the latest customs regulations; keep customs documents in proper filing, maintenance and retention systems.
• Manage daily customs and trade compliance issues and reports as per compliance standard.
• Act as a customs knowledge holder for local organizations in the country.

Experience & Exposures:

• Bachelor degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics or equivalent
• 5-10 years in a similar role.
• Excellent experience in both domestic and international logistics.
• Excellent communication skills