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Job Overview

We are building a world class Global Trade Services (GTS) organization, including Operational Service Centers focused on critical trade services. This role is for an Import/Export Analyst-III in the Corporate and Customs Shared Services Center (CCS), which is responsible for supporting centralized core activities to manage Customs and Imports-related projects and shared services in all locations where TE operates.

This role will be responsible for managing key aspects of the Customs compliance, delivering centralized management of FTWZ (Foreign Trade Warehouse Zone) activities of TE and its affiliates. Key responsibilities relate to the Customs & Corporate Services Center includes but are not limited to training, standardization, systems deployment, and optimization. The role reports to Customs Manager-India Customs and Corporate Services Center (CCS), joining a team of global trade professionals who are enthusiastic about ensuring the future growth of the business by providing business solutions for compliance with global trade laws and regulations.

• Management and oversight of Customs brokers, agents, and service providers to ensure adherence to service agreements and compliance obligations.
• Management and oversight of all cross-border operations in India, including site related activities and ensuring compliance related to duty optimization programs.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable customs regulations, trade laws, and international trade agreements.
• Create, implement, and administer customs broker service provider standard operating procedures to expedite cross border transactions while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements throughout India.
• Act as subject matter expert to address shipment specific issue management and escalation as required.
• Prepare and review import-export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, shipping documents, and customs declarations.
• Classify and determine the appropriate tariff codes, customs duties, and taxes for imported and exported goods.
• Monitor and track shipments, providing regular updates to stakeholders, and proactively resolving any issues or delays that may arise.
• Analyze and evaluate export/import costs, pricing, and profitability, recommending strategies to optimize trade margins and reduce expenses.
• Ensure on time communication & dispatch of documents to all relevant internal & external stake holder after shipment.
• Keep a regular follow-up with customs / Consultants for availing export benefits.
• Well versed in FTWZ operational and compliance activities.

• Bachelor's degree required (international relations, supply chain, law, or related field preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in international trade, focusing primarily on India trade compliance and management of Customs imports programs.
• Preferred: 3+ years of experience in communications, industrial, or transportation industries
• Firsthand experience in managing imports under EPCG (Export Promotion Capital Goods) scheme.
• EOU, MOOWR, FTWZ (SEZ) activities.
• Experience in MS Applications and Smartsheet, and/or knowledge of Export Control compliance processes is a plus.
• Direct experience of working with private bonded warehouses and distribution of imported goods in the country.
• Knowledge on customs process, customs duties, duty exemptions / refunds and notification application and DGFT procedures.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with strong English communication (both oral & written)
• Should have thorough knowledge of domestic and overseas supply chain management function (General Purchasing and Logistics exposure)
• Experience with direct supervision of personnel and developing, creating, and managing a compliance team.
• Knowledge and expertise in customs valuation (transfer pricing, assists, and reconciliation)
• Functional knowledge of customs and imports topics in multiple jurisdictions
• Build trust and work with a variety of business groups in a dynamic global organization.
• Advanced decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment
• Execute and provide results despite challenges and setbacks.
• Excellent organizational habits and priority management
• Customer focused with a commitment to quality.
• Experience in leading teams remotely.