Group Company: Visteon
Designation: Sr Analyst II Customs / Transport
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Position description: Join Visteon's Customs & Transportation team as a senior-level analyst responsible for managing and optimizing customs compliance and transportation logistics within the automotive industry. This role demands a deep understanding of international trade regulations, customs documentation, and transportation management to ensure seamless import/export operations and cost-effective supply chain execution. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, including procurement, legal, and logistics partners, to mitigate risks, ensure regulatory adherence, and drive continuous process improvements in a dynamic global automotive environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee customs compliance activities to ensure adherence to international trade laws and regulations specific to the automotive sector.
- Coordinate with transportation providers to optimize shipping routes, reduce costs, and improve delivery timelines for inbound and outbound automotive components.
- Prepare, review, and validate customs documentation including import/export declarations, tariff classifications, and duty payments.
- Monitor changes in customs regulations and trade agreements, assessing their impact on company operations and advising relevant stakeholders accordingly.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as procurement, legal, and supply chain to resolve customs and transportation-related issues.
- Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify potential compliance gaps and implement corrective actions to mitigate penalties and delays.
- Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) related to customs clearance times, transportation costs, and compliance rates.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline customs and transportation processes, leveraging technology and best practices.
- Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and insights related to customs and transportation activities.
- Train and mentor junior team members on customs regulations, transportation management, and compliance procedures.
Skills:
- Customs Compliance Management
- International Trade Regulations
- Tariff Classification
- Import/Export Documentation
- Transportation Logistics Optimization
- Supply Chain Risk Assessment
- Trade Agreement Analysis
- Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
- Global Trade Management Software
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Process Improvement
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Project Management
- Automotive Supply Chain Knowledge
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Educational qualifications preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Logistics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in customs compliance and transportation management within the automotive or manufacturing industry.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Proven experience with global trade management software and transportation management systems (TMS).
- Strong knowledge of automotive industry supply chain dynamics and regulatory environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional stakeholder relationships.
- Experience working in a multinational corporate environment with exposure to diverse customs jurisdictions.
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