Mid Import Analyst

OMODA & JAECOO Brasil; São Paulo; On-site; BRL 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

OMODA & JAECOO Brasil is seeking an import operations specialist to manage processes from shipment planning to customs clearance and stock receipt. The role focuses on DUIMP, NCM classifications, and regulatory compliance within a dynamic automotive trading environment.

The ideal candidate will analyze import costs, coordinate with brokers and forwarders, and drive process improvements to reduce lead times and costs while maintaining robust controls and reporting.

Qualifications

• Completed higher education in Foreign Trade, Business Administration, Logistics, or related areas.
• Solid knowledge of DUIMP and the Foreign Trade Single Portal.
• Knowledge of fiscal classification / NCM and import tax structures.
• Experience with customs administrative processes and regulatory agencies, especially INMETRO.

Responsibilities

• Manage import processes from shipment planning to customs clearance and stock receipt.
• Work on DUIMP-related documentation, analysis, and clearance monitoring.
• Suggest and/or validate tax classification (NCM) and the respective tax and admin treatments when necessary.
• Analyze the tax structure of import operations, including taxes, applicable benefits/regimes, and impacts on operation costs.
• Monitor and support customs and regulatory administrative processes, with special attention to INMETRO-related processes.
• Ensure documentary and customs compliance of import operations.
• Coordinate and oversee activities of customs brokers, trading companies, freight forwarders, and other service providers.
• Monitor import lead times, customs clearance, additional costs, storage, and potential demurrage risks.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, lead time reduction, and cost optimization.
• Maintain controls, indicators, and management reports related to import operations.
• Support audits, internal controls, and matters related to customs compliance.
• Work closely with Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance, Tax, Approval, and other areas involved in the import process.

Skills

DUIMP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Cost optimization

International trade knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Foreign Trade, Business Administration, Logistics, or related area

Tools

SAP MM FI

Power BI

OSGT

NCM / tariff classification tools

Job description

Chery is a leading Chinese automotive company with a diverse portfolio that includes the R&D, production, and sales of passenger cars, commercial vehicles, mini cars, specialty vehicles, and powertrain systems. With over 8.75 million vehicles sold globally, Chery serves customers in more than 80 countries and regions worldwide.

Omoda & Jaecoo is an innovative new brand under the Chery Group, operating independently from other Chery brands. It focuses on cutting-edge design and technology in the production and sales of passenger vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee import processes from shipment planning to customs clearance and receipt of goods in stock;
• Work on processes related to DUIMP, including document analysis, attributes, administrative procedures, and monitoring clearance;
• Suggest and/or validate tax classification (NCM) and the respective tax and administrative treatments when necessary;
• Analyze the tax structure of import operations, including taxes, applicable benefits/regimes, and impacts on operation costs;
• Monitor and support customs and regulatory administrative processes, with special attention to processes related to INMETRO;
• Ensure documentary and customs compliance of import operations;
• Coordinate and oversee activities of customs brokers, trading companies, freight forwarders, and other service providers;
• Monitor import lead times, customs clearance, additional costs, storage, and potential demurrage risks;
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, lead time reduction, and cost optimization;
• Maintain controls, indicators, and management reports related to import operations;
• Support audits, internal controls, and matters related to customs compliance;
• Work closely with Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance, Tax, Approval, and other areas involved in the import process.

Requirements

• Completed higher education in Foreign Trade, Business Administration, Logistics, or related areas;
• Solid knowledge of DUIMP and processes of the Foreign Trade Single Portal;
• Knowledge of fiscal classification / NCM;
• Knowledge of the tax structure applied to imports;
• Experience with customs administrative processes and regulatory agencies, especially INMETRO;
• Advanced knowledge of Excel;
• Ability to analyze data, costs, lead times, and operational indicators;
• Experience in the automotive sector, especially with importing vehicles, parts, and CKD components is prefered;
• Knowledge of SAP, especially the MM and FI modules, is prefered
• Experience with OSGT, is prefered;
• Knowledge of Power BI or other dashboard and data visualization tools, is prefered;
• Experience with operations carried out by Trading Companies, is a plus;
• Experience in process improvement projects, cost reduction, and lead time optimization, is a plus.