GLOBAL TRADE SERVICES ANALYST II

Job Overview

We are building a world class Global Trade Services (GTS) organization and the Digital Data Networks (DDN) Business Unit Analyst plays a critical role in supporting trade operations and compliance within the Business Unit (BU). This role is required to be on site.

The BU Analyst serves as a trusted advisor and key team member within TE’s Operational Compliance team for the BU. The purpose of this role is to facilitate TE’s compliance, at the BU level, with import and export regulations globally to enhance global trade compliance, reduce risk, increase responsiveness to issues and opportunities, and support effective operational aspects of international trade. 

This role reports into SE Asia Lead, and is a key member of the Global Trade Services (GTS) team. As part of the GTS team, the DDN Analyst will join a group of professionals who are passionate about ensuring the future growth of the business by providing business solutions for compliance with global trade laws and regulations.  

The successful candidate will be able to collaborate and thrive in a global environment while maintaining integrity, taking accountability, and working together.  

Job Description

Responsibilities:
Trade Compliance Activities in the BU
•    Oversee the Licensed Manufacturing Warehouse (LMW) operations, ensuring adherence to the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD) regulations and LMW license conditions (Section 65/65A of the Customs Act 1967)
•    Manage LMW license applications, renewals, and amendments, ensuring all required documentation (JKDM Form No. 1, Appendix A, MIDA Manufacturing License, etc.) is in order and submitted promptly
•    Support audits, inspections, reportorial requirement and inquiries related to LMW activities, providing necessary documentation and explanations
•    Ensure proper record-keeping and inventory management within the LMW, in line with customs requirements and ensure timely submission of all specific reportorial requirements (e.g., M1, M2, M4), to RMCD
•    Maintain trade operations and compliance activities in accordance with TE policies, procedures, and controls, in collaboration with key stakeholders at the DDN manufacturing plant
•    Act as a point of contact for DDN manufacturing plant stakeholders on trade-related matters
•    Maintain BU-level Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and reporting to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of the operations

Partner with Trade Compliance Professionals and Stakeholders across the Enterprise
•    Partner with GTS Governance to monitor trade compliance regulatory and legislative changes, assess the potential impact to the BU, and determine the necessary actions and communications to the appropriate stakeholders
•    Work with GTS Governance teams to conduct trade compliance audits and oversee corrective action plans
•    Partner with GTS Governance to develop and administer effective trade compliance training as required for the DDN manufacturing plant 
•    Ensure appropriate utilization of the GTS Operations Service Center for product classification (import and export), restricted party screening, and duty savings compliance, and otherwise ensure proper country of origin determination, valuation, and admissibility

Talent Development & Leadership
•    Create a culture of engagement and performance in alignment with TE’s core values 
•    Lead by example and act with empathy

What your background should look like:
Success in the role requires strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills, highly developed oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work with interdisciplinary teams (internal and external) to drive issues and projects to conclusion.  

In addition, successful candidate will have the following qualifications, experience, and skills:
•    Bachelor's degree required (international business, supply chain, law, or related field)
•    3+ years’ experience in global trade compliance
•    Functional knowledge of import and export regulations and familiarity with customs practices in countries across the region
•    Proven ability to work with variety of business groups, including supply chain, legal, procurement and finance
•    Ability to foster teamwork and internal and external relationships
•    Excellent organizational habits and priority management 
•    Customer focused with a commitment to quality
•    Travel may be necessary in fulfillment of responsibilities

What your background should look like:

Competencies