The Role
At SellerX we are looking for a Trade Compliance Manager (x/f/m) (maternity cover) to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for customs and trade compliance matters. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of EU or US customs laws and regulations, classification, customs valuation, transport and operations, and import/export declarations.
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Key Responsibilities
Trade Compliance
- Classify products and conduct import screenings for various product categories, including household goods, electronics, food and organic products, and other consumer products.
- Review the HS codes for existing products and help classify goods in other regions for product launches or market expansions.
- Ensure that EU customs risks and issues are appropriately controlled and prioritized in all aspects of duty management and trade compliance.
- Create and maintain import and export declarations for smooth customs clearance and to adhere to relevant recordkeeping laws.
- Respond to trade compliance inquiries from our internal SellerX partners & external stakeholders as Customs, Brokers, Freight Forwarders
Processes & Systems
- Support with the maintenance of trade metrics, internal and external audits, and processes to ensure adherence to customs and import/export requirements within the EU.
- Architect and implement best “Trade Compliance Practices” for new products and market expansions.
- Monitor and upload customs requirement data on the ERP system.
- Help build and improve SellerX Group’s import and export global trade management solutions.
Your Background
To join our team, you bring along
- Familiarity with the General Rules of Interpretation, Harmonized (Tariff) Schedules, and the relevant customs laws in the EU or US
- Solid understanding of EU or US customs and trade compliance, including customs valuation, incoterms, and the creation of import and export declarations
- Proficient with ERP systems, Global Trade Management solutions, and MS Office (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Self-directed, organized and capable of handling multiple, complex projects
- Experience in a high paced environment;
- Team player with strong influencing and communication skills at all organizational levels;
Nice to have, but not required:
- Experience working in a corporate legal environment or in-house customs specialist
- Certified EU customs specialist, or licensed customs broker
- Knowledge of labelling and marking requirements, such as country of origin markings, product compliance for inbound shipments, and exposure to international regulatory structures
Sounds exciting but you're not sure if you tick all the boxes? We are always happy to read your application and hear your story. Everyone's talent is unique!
