Trade Operations Specialist

Kenvue Inc.; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenvue Inc. is seeking a Trade Operations Specialist in Bengaluru hybrid work model. You will support compliant cross-border trade activities, manage documentation, and coordinate with brokers and service providers to ensure timely clearance and material flow.

The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with Supply Chain teams. Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in trade operations, strong knowledge of trade regulations, and ERP proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 5–7 years in trade operations, international logistics, or customs coordination.
• Adequate knowledge of international trade regulations and customs processes.
• Experience preparing or supporting trade documentation.
• Language knowledge (Korean, Japanese, Bahasa Indonesia) is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and standard office tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute import, export, and transit activities per procedures and governance.
• Support end-to-end movement of RM/PM/FG and other materials through customs.
• Prepare and maintain trade and customs documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with customs brokers and service providers for timely release of goods.
• Support logistics hand-offs across providers to ensure material flow continuity.
• Monitor trade execution status and escalate issues per escalation protocols.
• Maintain trade execution data in ERP and related systems for reporting and audits.
• Respond to internal inquiries related to trade execution status and docs.

Skills

Trade execution

Documentation accuracy

Compliance awareness

Attention to detail

Stakeholder coordination

Time management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/International Trade/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Office tools

Job description

Trade Operations Specialist

Kenvueは現在、以下求人を募集しております。

私たちがしていること

私たちKenvueは、日々のケアが持つ驚くべき力を信じています。100年以上の伝統と科学に根ざし、Neutrogena®, Aveeno®, Tylenol®, Listerine®, Johnson’s® and BAND-AID® など、皆様が既にご存じでご愛用いただいているアイコニックなブランドを提供しています。科学は私たちの情熱であり、ケアは私たちの才能です。

Who We Are

私たちのグローバルチームは、インサイトとイノベーションに情熱を注ぎ、最高の製品をお客様にお届けすることに全力を注ぐ、多様で優秀な22,000人以上の社員で構成されています。専門知識と共感力を備えたKenvuerであることは、毎日何百万人もの人々の生活に影響を与える力を持つことを意味します。私たちは、人を第一に考え、全身全霊をもってケアし、サイエンスで信頼を獲得し、勇気をもって解決します。私たちとあなた自身の未来を、共に切り開いていきましょう。

Role reports to:

Associate Director - Trade Operations, APAC and India

場所:

Asia Pacific, India, Karnataka, Bangalore

勤務地:

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あなたがすること

Kenvue is currently recruiting for

Trade Operations Specialist

This position reports to Associate Director - Trade Operations, APAC and India and is based at Bengaluru.

Who We Are

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made by 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours.

What You Will Do

The Trade Operations Specialist is responsible for supporting the execution of compliant cross-border trade activities, contributing to the accurate and timely movement of materials across international borders. The role supports day-to-day trade operations for international material movements, ensuring activities are performed in accordance with applicable trade regulations, customs requirements, and internal compliance policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute assigned import, export, and transit activities in accordance with established procedures and governance frameworks
• Support end‑to‑end movement of raw materials (RM), packaging materials (PM), finished goods (FG), and other dutiable or non‑dutiable materials, from material availability at origin through customs clearance and physical receipt at destination
• Prepare, validate, and maintain trade and customs documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Coordinate customs clearance activities with customs brokers and relevant service providers, supporting timely and compliant release of goods
• Support logistics hand‑offs across transportation providers, customs, and destination sites to ensure continuity of material flows
• Monitor trade execution status, identify routine issues, and elevate exceptions, delays, or compliance risks in line with defined escalation protocols
• Support monitoring of trade service provider performance, including documentation quality, service delivery, and adherence to contractual and regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate trade execution data in ERP and trade‑related systems, supporting reporting, visibility, and audit readiness
• Respond to internal stakeholder inquiries related to trade execution status and documentation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying execution issues and process improvement opportunities

• Executes trade activities within defined procedures and authority limits
• Escalates compliance, execution, and service provider issues in accordance with governance frameworks

Team Leadership & People Management

• No direct people management responsibility
• Works collaboratively within the trade operations and supply chain teams

Budget & Financial Accountability

• No direct budget ownership
• Supports cost control through accurate execution, issue resolution, and service provider coordination

Stakeholder & External Interface

• Internal: Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Logistics, Finance, Compliance, Planning
• External: Customs brokers, 3PLs, freight forwarders, export warehouse vendors, regulatory authorities (as required)

Key Decision Rights

• Executes trade activities within defined procedures and authority limits
• Escalates compliance, execution, and service provider issues in accordance with governance frameworks

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5-7 years experience in trade operations, international logistics, or customs coordination
• Adequate knowledge of international trade regulations and customs processes
• Experience preparing or supporting trade documentation
• Language knowledge will be an added advantage – Korean, Japanese, Bahasa Indonesia.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and standard office tools

Desired Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in trade operations, customs brokerage support, freight forwarding, or international logistics
• Working knowledge of customs clearance processes and trade documentation
• Exposure to cross‑border movements of materials or finished goods
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to manage routine execution issues and elevate appropriately

Competencies & Skills

• Trade execution and documentation accuracy
• Compliance awareness and procedural discipline
• Attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Stakeholder coordination and communication
• Time management and prioritization

Working Conditions

• Multi-country or international operational environment
• Hybrid or onsite working in line with company policy
• Occasional travel as required

Compliance & Ethics Statement

The role is required to comply with all applicable company policies, procedures, and ethical standards, including those related to trade compliance, financial controls, data protection, and code of conduct.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive Benefit Package
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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