AP Trade Compliance Assistant Manager

• Oversee compliance with Customs & Trade related legislation and regulations in APAC
• Advising on specific regulatory and trade compliance requirements
• Overview of any potential trade/customs regulatory changes of note in APAC and provide guidance and interpretation of international trade compliance regulations and develop and deliver training, cross-functionally, to relevant Aptiv stakeholders
• Providing timely, pro-active and practical trade advice to internal business
• Managing claims, disputes, mediations, litigation and arbitrations if assigned to
• Assessing trade risks and reporting and/or escalating the same to the trade compliance manager
• Ensure appropriate maintenance of customs related records in accordance with Aptiv and Legal requirements;
• Provide due diligence and M&A support;
• Collaborate cross-functionally (Supply Chain, Logistics, Tax, Finance, Sites etc.) to support corporate planning initiatives;
• Maintain good relationship with local Customs Authority Research and understand export control related laws and regulations;
• Develop and implement export control strategies (risk management, screening analysis etc.) to ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations;
• Involve in internal trade compliance assessment program; and
• Provide support to other trade compliance programs (e.g., FTA, AEO, HS classification).

Traits we seek:

• Curiously investigate everything – ability to solving problems analytically, creatively and collaboratively
• Lead with confidence – thought leaders who empower those around them
• Learn by doing – an entrepreneurial mindset that’s driven by hands-on experimentation
• Embrace resilience – seeing every challenge as a learning opportunity and invitation to grow

Experience and Education Requirements:

• At least 8 years of experience in the fields of international trade and logistics, import and export.
• At least 4 years of experience in company or law firm advising on trade compliance
• Bachelor’s Degree Required (Master’s Degree Preferred) (Preferably majored in International trade or any other relevant fields)
• High level of fluency in English (additional language skills are always a plus)
• Proficiency with data analysis and Microsoft Business Applications (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Experience in the Customs Consulting field or law firm advising on trade compliance would be plus but not a must (or any other experience relevant to Customs, such as experience in working with customs clearance or with relevant customs officials)
• Knowledge in international trade, customs, related laws and practices
• For Customs Consulting: Experience in: Customs audit, FTA origin verification, import requirements, refund for raw materials for export goods, customs exemption, origin, customs valuation and HS classifications, prepare forms and documents needed for customs declaration, customs health check etc.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Fast learner with strong sense of responsibility
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment
• Flexible for business travels

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