Senior Customs Expert

Job Summary

We are creating a new organization with the aim to put a well-defined and standardized global Customs & Import operating model in place across all relevant dimensions, from compliance, customer service, operational efficiency to leveraging free-trade agreements and customs costs. 

We are now looking for a professional Senior Customs Expert who will perform execution of continuous improvement for all processes associated with import /export and ensure end-to-end daily activities defined into Customs RACI and compliance with country rules and regulations. You will work directly with regional and local teams with operational/tactical customs activities (import and export flow) and provide stakeholders with customs and trade solutions.

The location for this position is Ho Chi Minh City,Vietnam and this is a permanent position.

What you will do

As Senior Customs Expert, you will: 

1.    Operational Performance:
o   Drive excellence in import, export, and transit activities.
o    Optimize processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
o    Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track performance.
 

2.    Compliance and Interaction:
o    Serve as the primary point of contact for local customs authorities.
o    Ensure adherence to country-specific rules and regulations.
o    Collaborate with brokers and third parties for seamless customs interactions.
 

3.    Customs permissions / special matters:
o    Manage compliance under the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) permission.
o    Handle special regimes or benefits (e.g. IPR, Temporary imports/exports, FTAs).
 

4.    Risk Mitigation:
o    Proactively identify and mitigate business continuity and economic risks related to customs transactions.
o    Ensure accurate tariff classification for imported and exported goods.
 

5.    Continuous Improvement:
o    Implement process enhancements to streamline customs operations.
o    Stay updated on changes in customs laws and regulations.

We believe you have

• Experience: 5-8 years in the customs field, preferably in a multinational environment or customs brokerage company.
  Education: University degree in Economics, Trade, or related fields.
• Knowledge:
  • Customs Procedures
  • Experience in Customs Softwares or SAP is a plus
  • Domain in the office package, mainly Excel
• Skills:
  • Strong stakeholders’ management skills 
  • Strong collaboration and conflict management skills 
  • An innovation mindset and a drive to find solutions and opportunities.
• Languages:Proficiency in (local language) and English is a must