Executive - Logistic HS Code

MR DIY International; George Town; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

MR DIY International is seeking a detail-oriented HS code and customs coordinator in Penang. You will classify products with HS codes, ensure regulatory compliance before shipments, and maintain masterlists.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration with local and regional teams to ensure efficient operations. The ideal candidate has strong customs knowledge, Excel proficiency, and the ability to communicate clearly.

Qualifications

• Customs operation and HS codes knowledge.
• Intermediate Excel skills required.
• Organizational skills, detail-oriented, multitasking.
• Research, problem solving and follow-up abilities.
• Clear written and oral communication; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with local customs brokers and logistics teams to classify products' HS codes.
• Understand import regulations and ensure compliance before shipments.
• Maintain HS codes masterlist and communicate with internal and external contacts.
• Train others and share best practices across product lines.
• Resolve delays in coordination with supervisors and purchasers as needed.
• Cross-department communication to clarify product descriptions and HS codes.

Skills

Customs operations

HS codes knowledge

Excel skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At MR DIY International, we're more than a global home improvement brand, we're a catalyst for ambitious talent ready to grow beyond borders.

With over 5,000+ stores across 14 countries globally, we offer unmatched international exposure to those looking to build a meaningful, global career. From retail operations and merchandising to strategy, tech, and supply chain. Your work here shapes how millions of customers shop every day.

Job Description

• Coordinate with local customs brokers/logistics team to classify products’ HS code based on the descriptions provided by the purchasers.
• Understand the local HS codes and import regulation of each country and ensure the compliance before initiate any shipment.
• Knowledge/Understanding of European Union (EU/UK) Tariff Schedules (preferred but not compulsory).
• Identify and obtain correct description information necessary to decipher appropriate classification for parts.
• Maintain effective working relationships and communication with all key contacts (locally, regionally, or internationally) as needed within MR.DIY, as well as across departments within the local district (at origin and destination) to assure efficient and effective execution of defined processes.
• Maintain regular communication with peers, Supervisor, Purchasers, and/or Import Managers to gain and share knowledge of best practices and common challenges/opportunities.
• Works with Supervisor to effectively resolve delays that are outside of his/her control.
• Communicate effectively with the Purchasers for question(s) regarding the interpretation of the product description(s) and its HS code(s).
• Maintain and perform housekeeping on HS codes Masterlist for all countries and records the relevant information at all times.
• Be available to train others as needed within various product lines that are specific to his/her role
• Other duties as assigned by superior.

Requirement

• Customs operation and HS codes knowledge.
• Ability to work with Microsoft Office (intermediate Excel skill is compulsory).
• Organizational skills, detail-oriented, multi-task, flexibility.
• Research, excellent conflict resolution/creative problem-solving, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to articulate clearly through written and oral presentation.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.