Job Title:
China Trade Compliance Manager
Summary:
This highly visible and rewarding position will lead Momentive's trade compliance and optimization efforts. Reporting to the Global Trade Compliance Director, the China Trade Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring import and export activities to / from China being in compliance with applicable Customs and Foreign Trade Laws. This position will interface with freight forwarders, customs officers, custom brokers, consultants, and internal business groups and external customers on all matters pertaining to customs, import and export regulations.
Responsibilities Include:
- Provide advice and project leadership in the development and implementation of Customs regulations, and other government agency requirements affecting imports and exports
- Responsible for driving compliance with all import/export activities to meet the country procedures and processes
- Work with Global team members, business leaders and other key stakeholders to successfully implement the internal trade policies and processes
- Quantify cost savings opportunities for participation in preferential trade programs and provide oversight of compliant implementation of programs
- Identify Customs risks areas and develop actionable plans and procedures to mitigate those risks
- Assist with strategic projects to improve efficiency, compliance and cost reduction initiatives
- Provide consulting and training to key stakeholders regarding national Customs and Foreign Trade regulations and laws
- Serve as primary contact for Customs officials in resolving complex Customs inquiries
- Monitor regulatory changes affecting Customs requirements and translate changes into operational procedures
- Identify opportunities for Customs duty/tax reduction and lead the implementation of Customs programs, e.g. China Authorized Export Operator (AEO), centralized Customs clearance, simplified procedures, Customs regimes, etc.
- Manage a team of supporting resources in China
Qualifications:
The following are for the role
- Bachelor Degree and 7+ years of directly related experience or Master's Degree with minimum 5+ years of directly related experience to include Export Import Licensing and management experience.
- 5+ years experience in setting up, maintaining and monitoring handbook process under China Customs legislation.
- Experience with managing export controls
- Demonstrated strengths will include a highly collaborative work style, the ability to anticipate problems, success in resolving difficult situations and effectively communicate with all levels of stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and pro-actively, with minimal guidance and supervision.
- Ability to exercise leadership, self-initiative, and sound judgment.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required (approximately 20%)
What We Offer:
At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact.Join our Momentive team to open a bright future.
About Us:
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer's products forward-products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required tosubmit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
