Global Import & Compliance Lead

JAS Worldwide; Klang City; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JAS Worldwide in Malaysia seeks an experienced Import Manager to oversee air and ocean import operations and ensure compliance with customs and trade regulations. You will coordinate end-to-end processes and serve as a liaison between branches, the corporate office, and customers.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and a solid knowledge of freight forwarding. You will supervise staff, drive improvement, and help resolve shipment issues with international

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Brokerage license preferred.
• 4–7 years import experience.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience.
• Thorough knowledge of freight forwarding.
• Experience in a global environment preferred.
• Customer service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain workflow within the department.
• Manage reports provided by branch manager or corporate office (PODs, KPI’s).
• File FMCs to Air and Ocean teams and check existing rates in place for validity.
• Assist sales with rates and transportation options.
• Meet with truck vendors, NVOCC representatives, shipping lines to address issues or discuss future business.
• Instruct overseas agents of shipping procedures for customers.
• Assist Import staff with any shipment issues they might have.
• Meet with customers as needed.
• Complete shipments in accordance to the defined business process management guidelines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Customs laws knowledge

FDA & OGA knowledge

Teamwork / independence

Education

High School diploma or GED

Brokerage license preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

JAS Worldwide in Malaysia seeks an experienced Import Manager to oversee air and ocean import operations and ensure compliance with customs and trade regulations. You will coordinate end-to-end processes and serve as a liaison between branches, the corporate office, and customers.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and a solid knowledge of freight forwarding. You will supervise staff, drive improvement, and help resolve shipment issues with international