Global Customs Compliance Specialist | Hybrid MNC

Businesslist; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Businesslist is seeking a Global Customs Compliance Specialist to shape and strengthen global governance and compliance standards across international operations. You will lead the development of policies, ensure compliant documentation, and drive risk assessments.

The role requires collaboration with regional teams, legal, and audit to deliver improvements, training, and strategic projects across Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Americas.

Qualifications

• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across global teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a structured approach to decision-making.
• Professional written and spoken English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and governance of global customs policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks
• Ensure customs documentation, controls, and compliance requirements remain accurate, updated, and globally aligned
• Drive customs risk assessments, compliance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor regulatory, legal, and trade developments, translating business impacts into actionable guidance
• Partner closely with regional customs teams, legal, audit, risk management, and process design stakeholders worldwide
• Support customs-related mergers, acquisitions, and strategic business projects
• Perform analytical reviews and develop management reports and dashboards to support decision-making
• Deliver knowledge-sharing sessions and training programs to customs stakeholders across regions
• Coordinate and contribute to global customs transformation and improvement projects

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

English communication

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Tools

SAP

SAP GTS

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Global Customs Compliance Specialist to play a key role in shaping and strengthening global customs governance and compliance standards across international operations.

In this position, you will:

• Lead the development and governance of global customs policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks
• Ensure customs documentation, controls, and compliance requirements remain accurate, updated, and globally aligned
• Drive customs risk assessments, compliance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor regulatory, legal, and trade developments, translating business impacts into actionable guidance
• Partner closely with regional customs teams, legal, audit, risk management, and process design stakeholders worldwide
• Support customs-related mergers, acquisitions, and strategic business projects
• Perform analytical reviews and develop management reports and dashboards to support decision-making
• Deliver knowledge-sharing sessions and training programs to customs stakeholders across regions
• Coordinate and contribute to global customs transformation and improvement projects

The Successful Applicant

A successful Global Customs Compliance Specialist should have:

• Strong experience in Customs, Foreign Trade, International Trade Compliance, or Supply Chain Governance
• Sound knowledge of customs regulations, compliance controls, audits, and trade requirements
• Experience engaging with customs authorities, brokers, consultants, or regulatory bodies
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across global teams
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a structured approach to decision-making
• Proven ability to manage projects and drive process improvements
• Strong communication skills with professional written and spoken English
• Experience with SAP master data systems; exposure to SAP GTS will be an added advantage
• Ability to operate effectively within a multicultural and international business environment

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work within a globally renowned multinational organization
• Regional and global exposure across Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Americas
• High-impact role influencing customs strategy and compliance on a global scale
• Collaboration with diverse international stakeholders and subject matter experts
• Structured career development and continuous learning opportunities
• Exposure to strategic projects, business transformation initiatives, and cross-functional leadership
• Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture that values growth, diversity, and innovation
• Permanent employment with long-term career progression opportunities

If you're passionate about international trade compliance, enjoy working with global stakeholders, and are ready to make a meaningful impact within a world-class organization, we'd love to hear from you.

ContactLi Yee QuekQuote job refJN-082026-7078422Phone number+60323024055