Customs & Trade Compliance Manager
Core
Lead end-to-end Customs, Trade, and Compliance activities for Travel Retail China & China mainland, managing the Hainan operational Distribution Center and bonded operations.
Role type
Senior Customs & Trade Compliance Manager
Builds
Compliant import/export flows, bonded warehouse operations, and duty-free processes for the Hainan Free Trade Port.
Domain
Logistics, International Trade, Chinese Customs Law
Required skills
Chinese Customs regulations, Bonded warehouse management, HS classification, AEO compliance, Internal audit execution, Stakeholder negotiation, ERP/WMS administration, Regulatory reporting, Process improvement, Risk mitigation
Preferred skills
Travel retail experience, Customs broker experience, Dangerous goods regulations, FTA application, Supply chain specialization
Technologies
SAP SD/MM, WMS, China International Trade Single Window, MS Excel (macros, pivot tables), SharePoint
Responsibilities
Manage daily operational Customs compliance issues including holds, inspection findings, and HS classification disputes. Develop and maintain China-specific SOPs for bonded operations and customs declarations. Conduct internal and external audits of customs brokers and logistics partners. Liaise with Chinese Customs authorities (GACC) and Hainan FTP regulatory bodies. Collaborate with Supply Management and Transportation teams to optimize clearance speed and capacity utilization.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
