Regional Special Customs Programs & Compliance Leader

GE Vernova; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational corporation in Dubai seeks a Regional Customs Compliance and Special Programs Leader. This role requires leading customs compliance initiatives, managing customs special programs, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years of experience in customs processes. The position demands effective leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and readiness to travel to regional business locations. This opportunity does not offer relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in customs processes.
• Minimum 5 years experience in customs processes with certification.
• Availability for travel to regional locations.

Responsibilities

• Develop the strategic framework for Customs Special Programs.
• Oversee regulatory adherence for Customs Special Programs.
• Monitor savings associated with Customs Special Programs.

Skills

Customs processes

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Lean process improvement

Effective communication

Education

Bachelors degree

In country Professional Customs Certification

Advanced degree

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Regional Customs Compliance and Special Programs Leader will be responsible for leading and managing both the strategic framework for Customs Special Programs and the comprehensive Customs Compliance program within the region. This position will involve overseeing projects developing solutions creating SOPs ensuring regulatory adherence and supporting Customs compliance activities. This integrated role is designed to ensure robust compliance with customs regulations while maximizing savings and efficiency through strategic program management.

What you'll do

• Develop and oversee the strategic framework and execution plans for the Customs duty savings program

• Ensure effective management and adherence to regulatory requirements for region Customs Special Programs

• New Customs Special Programs identification and implementation

• Monitor Savings associated with Customs Special Programs and ensure accurate reporting

• Maintain an inventory of Customs Special Programs usage by business

• Lead specific Customs program initiatives and collaborate with business personnel to implement compliant programs

• Identify Customs risks areas and develop actionable plans and procedures to mitigate those risks

• Own Business Compliance oversight defining Customs Policy Risk and Monitoring Plans

• Evaluate internal controls and drive implementation of recommended improvement plans

• Support various metrics and monitoring programs related to assigned responsibilities

• Maintain a regional list of external and internal audits

• Define and communicate business process exceptions priorities requirements and risk parameters

• Execute Local Agent Due Diligence and collaborate on Customs Authority and internal audits results and corrective actions

• Support the rollout and implementation of customs-related training programs

What you'll bring (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college with minimum 8 years experience in customs processes or

• In country Professional Customs Certification or Accreditation with minimum 5 years experience in customs processes

• Availability for travel to regional business locations with occasional global travel.

What will make you stand out

• Advanced degree from accredited university

• Wing to wing expertise across Customs Compliance or Customs Special Programs processes

• Demonstrated experience in Lean process and tools
• Demonstrated Compliance mindset
• Demonstrated ability to use knowledge experience and instinct to make accurate and timely decisions
• Demonstrated ability of working with all levels of internal and external organizations
• Demonstrated ability to implement simple fast and non-bureaucratic process improvements
• Experience in working with global teams and demonstrates a global mindset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No