Customs Specialist, Japan
Core
Execute compliant import customs operations for VF businesses in Japan, focusing on tariff classification, valuation, and broker management.
Role type
Senior IC customs specialist (Japan)
Builds
Import declarations, operational instructions, and compliant supply chain flows for VF brands in Japan
Domain
International Trade / Customs Compliance / Apparel & Consumer Goods
Required skills
Japan import customs operations, tariff classification, customs valuation, country of origin determination, broker management, audit readiness, regulatory monitoring, ERP/trade compliance systems
Preferred skills
Apparel/footwear/retail product experience, Australia/New Zealand/South Korea customs experience, SAP/Infor systems
Technologies
SAP, Infor, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Coordinate day-to-day import customs clearance, maintain HTS/tariff classification processes, manage customs broker relationships and performance, resolve customs entry discrepancies, respond to customs audits and inquiries, monitor regulatory changes, support Free Trade Agreement opportunities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
