Consultant, Trade Operation

Core Competencies

This section lists the core business-critical skills knowledge and behavior applicable to the position over and above those listed in Tradewins core competencies.

•  Logical: Can identify the key characteristics of an item or product make judgments operate in a practical manner and make sensible decisions based on the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) of trade operation projects
• Pro-active: Is a self-learner with curiosity. Demonstrate strong ownership to identify potential gaps or improvement opportunities and initiate corresponding mitigation with proper manner.
• Conscientious: Have a strong sense of responsibility and take care to complete all the operation carefully and correctly.
• Pursuit of Excellence: Is strongly willed and resilient. Passionate about lean mindset and willing to continuously learn and evolve. Focused on improving operational efficiency and excellence.

Job Specific Tasks and Duties

This section lists the job-specific tasks and duties that are completed on a regular basis by the employee.

• Lead and develop and optimize Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to processing trade for different clients according to clients business requirement
• End-to-End Processing Trade Management: Oversee all phases from processing trade handbooks/e-files import/export declarations handbook/e-filing amendment and extension to final reconciliation and closure with timely manner.
• Customs Compliance & Bonded Supervision: Ensure strict adherence to customs regulations including bonded materials management inward/outward processing and duty-free/quota controls. Conduct periodic physical inventory checks and ensure consistency between system records and actual stock.
• Audit & Reconciliation: Lead regular clients internal audits handle customs verifications and resolve discrepancies in inventory BOM and actual consumption.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify compliance risks in transfer pricing scrap/waste disposal and deep-processing transfers; implement corrective measures support customs audits or inspections.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with clients internal supply chain finance production legal teams and external stakeholders (customs brokers authorities) to align trade operations with business goals.
• Policy Update & Training: Monitor regulatory changes (e.g. Customs AEO China Customs No. 70/2024 updates) and train clients teams on new requirements. Ensure clients daily operation could compliant with China Customs regulations including processing trade policies and bonded supervision requirements.
• System Optimization: Utilize customs systems (e.g. GACs single window H2018) and ERP tools to automate and streamline trade data flows for the clients.

Qualifications :

• 10 years of hands-on experience in processing trade (import/export bonded warehousing or customs brokerage) within manufacturing trading or logistics.
• Deep knowledge of Chinese Customs regulations including Handbook/E-file management verification and write-off and duty exemption processes.
• Proven experience in handling customs inspections post-clearance audits and penalty disputes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret BOM loss rates and unit consumption data.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in both English and Chinese (Mandarin).
• Bachelors degree or above in International Trade Logistics Law or related fields.
• Professional certifications (e.g. Customs Broker License) are a strong plus
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Advanced Excel PowerPoint / Access skills preferable).

Additional Information :

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Paid Vacation Holiday Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Employee Referral Program Bonus

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time