Customs and Trade Compliance Manager

Airbus Group India Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus India Private Limited in Bengaluru seeks a Customs & Trade Compliance Manager to act as the strategic focal point for trade governance, customs compliance, and duty optimization in India. You will work within Finance to establish robust frameworks and oversee external CHAs.

You will partner with European hubs to secure compliant material flows for local assembly and support business activities across India & South Asia, ensuring end‑to‑end compliance and risk management.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in Business Law, International Trade, Supply Chain, or Finance.
• 12+ years of proven experience in customs compliance, auditing, and broker governance.
• In-depth knowledge of Indian Customs legislation (CBIC) and Foreign Trade Policy (DGFT).
• Demonstrated PMO skills to design, deploy, and structure compliance frameworks in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with SVB processes and intercompany trade mechanisms.
• Proficiency in digital corporate tools and ERP systems.
• Language Skills: English (Negotiation level - mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Broker Governance & Auditing: lead CHAs to ensure SLA adherence and correct classifications.
• Duty Optimization & Concessional Schemes: govern duty regimes to secure exemptions with end-use compliance.
• Valuation & Transfer Pricing: coordinate SVB proceedings for compliant intercompany pricing.
• Export Control & Regulatory Compliance: oversee SCOMET, non-tariff restrictions, and authorizations.
• Stakeholder & Authority Liaison: represent Airbus before Customs, DGFT, and aviation regulators.
• Cross‑Functional Alignment: collaborate with European trade teams, Logistics, Procurement, and FAL Production.

Skills

PMO skills

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder liaison

English negotiation

Education

Degree in Business Law / International Trade / Supply Chain / Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Customs & Trade Compliance Manager Job Description

A vacancy for a Customs & Trade Compliance Manager has arisen within Airbus India. In this role, you will act as the strategic focal point for trade governance, customs compliance, and duty optimization in India. Operating within the Finance organization, you will establish robust compliance frameworks and oversee external Customs Brokers without performing manual operational entry filings. Working in close alignment with European hubs, you will secure compliant and seamless material flows to support local assembly operations, while also supporting business activities for other divisions in India & South Asia.

Accountabilities

• Broker Governance & Auditing: Lead, supervise, and audit appointed Customs House Agents (CHAs) to ensure strict adherence to SLAs, accurate HSN classification, valuation, and rules of origin declarations.
• Duty Optimization & Concessional Schemes: Direct the application and governance of concessional duty regimes (e.g., IGCR and local manufacturing schemes) to secure duty exemptions on imported components while ensuring strict end-use compliance.
• Valuation & Transfer Pricing: Lead local Special Valuation Branch (SVB) proceedings in coordination with Finance to ensure intercompany pricing structures fully meet customs requirements.
• Export Control & Regulatory Compliance: Oversee compliance regarding SCOMET (dual-use) regulations, non-tariff trade restrictions, and required import/export authorizations.
• Stakeholder & Authority Liaison: Represent Airbus before Indian Customs, trade authorities (DGFT), and civil aviation regulatory bodies.
• Cross‑Functional Alignment: Partner with European trade teams, local Logistics, Procurement, and FAL Production to align master data and streamline supply chain processes.

Required skills

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in Business Law, International Trade, Supply Chain, or Finance.
• 12+ years of proven experience in customs compliance, auditing, and broker governance within the Aerospace, Defense, or Automotive manufacturing sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of Indian Customs legislation (CBIC), Foreign Trade Policy (DGFT), and duty-concessional manufacturing programs.
• Demonstrated Project Management (PMO) skills to design, deploy, and structure compliance frameworks in a manufacturing setup.
• Familiarity with Special Valuation Branch (SVB) processes and intercompany trade mechanisms.
• Proficiency in digital corporate tools and ERP systems.
• Language Skills: English (Negotiation level - mandatory).

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: Airbus India Private Limited

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Financial Expertise

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