About the role
AI summarisedLead the Trade Compliance agenda for the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, overseeing import/export operations, customs clearance, and broker management activities. This role requires in-depth knowledge of global trade compliance frameworks to advise functional groups and monitor compliance across the organization.
BiotechOnsite
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the regional trade compliance team and establish operational objectives and work plans.
- Develop, modify, and execute company policies affecting immediate operations and enterprise-wide compliance.
- Serve as an advisor to functional groups on customs and export regulations, monitoring trade compliance organization-wide.
- Oversee complex assignments requiring conceptual thinking to solve undefined problems.
- Manage relationships with various stakeholders, including government officials and logistics providers.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in international trade with a deep understanding of import/export operations and core trade compliance topics.
- Expert knowledge of country of origin, customs valuation, free trade agreements, export controls, trade sanctions, and tariff classification.
- Demonstrated breadth of knowledge regarding global trade requirements and the APAC trade framework.
- Proven experience engaging with customs brokers and logistics service providers on clearance operations and business reviews.
- Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree (MA, JD, MBA) is advantageous.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, judgment, and creativity.