Customs Compliance Lead: Telecom & Tech Logistics

XIN HWA SUPPLY CHAIN SDN BHD; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

XIN HWA SUPPLY CHAIN SDN BHD seeks an experienced Trade Compliance Manager to oversee daily customs clearance operations and import/export compliance for telecom hardware and IT components.

You will ensure adherence to HS code classifications, valuation rules, and country-of-origin determinations, while managing relationships with customs authorities, trade agencies, and brokers. Strong English and Mandarin are required; SAP/ERP proficiency is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, international trade, customs administration or law.
• Minimum 5 years in international trade compliance, customs brokerage or import/export management.
• Direct experience in telecoms, electronics, IT or high-tech manufacturing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HS code classifications, trade agreements (ASEAN FTAs, RCEP), valuation and export controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily customs clearance operations, import/export compliance, and logistics for telecom hardware and IT components.
• Ensure compliance with HS codes, valuation rules, and country-of-origin determinations.
• Manage local trade policies, strategic goods control, and export regulations.
• Maintain relationships with customs authorities, trade agencies, and brokers to minimize delays.
• Lead customs audit defense, duty drawback programs, and inquiries.
• Identify duty optimization strategies using FTAs, bonded warehouses, and preferential programs.
• Monitor regulatory changes and propose mitigation strategies.
• Establish and update SOPs for corporate customs management and conduct internal audits/training.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

English

Mandarin Chinese

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics/Supply Chain/International Trade

Tools

SAP/ERP

Job description

XIN HWA SUPPLY CHAIN SDN BHD seeks an experienced Trade Compliance Manager to oversee daily customs clearance operations and import/export compliance for telecom hardware and IT components.

You will ensure adherence to HS code classifications, valuation rules, and country-of-origin determinations, while managing relationships with customs authorities, trade agencies, and brokers. Strong English and Mandarin are required; SAP/ERP proficiency is expected.