Logistics (Legal Compliance) Exec/ Officer For Lmw/Customs

WSA Venture Australia; Rawang; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics management company based in Selangor is seeking a Logistics Executive or Officer to ensure compliance with Malaysian customs regulations and manage trade compliance matters. The successful candidate will maintain LMW material lists, liaise with internal teams regarding material flow, and prepare necessary documentation for customs authorities. Ideal applicants should have a diploma or bachelor’s degree in relevant fields and 2–5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in English and Malay is essential, and familiarity with ERP systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years experience in executive level, preferably in customs/import-export.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian customs laws and LMW scheme.
• Fluent in English and Malay; Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with LMW licensing conditions.
• Maintain and update LMW material lists.
• Liaise with internal teams for correct material flow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organisational skills

Good data analysis

Coordination skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Business

Tools

ERP/logistics systems

Excel

Job description

Logistics (Legal Compliance) Exec/ Officer For Lmw/Customs

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the LMW licensing conditions set by the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD) under Section 65/65A of the Customs Act 1967, including timely submission of required monthly and annual statements (e.g., M1, M2, M3, M4).
• Maintain and update LMW material lists: raw materials/components/packaging, finished goods, import duty‑exempt items, etc.
• Liaise with internal teams (logistics, procurement, production, warehouse) to ensure materials/finished goods flow through the LMW process correctly (import duty exemption realization, scrap/disposal handling, local sales limitation, value‑added activities).
• Manage customs declarations and trade compliance matters: import/export licensing under LMW, duty/tax exemption claims, liaise with customs authorities and freight forwarders.
• Handle audits/inspections by RMCD: prepare documentation, respond to queries/findings, support post‑import/post‑manufacture compliance checks.
• Monitor changes in customs/trade regulatory environment (e.g., export‑oriented manufacturing rules, value‑added activities, local sales limitations) and advise business accordingly.
• Prepare management reports and metrics: duty savings achieved, deviation from LMW conditions, local sales percentage, non‑compliance issues, etc.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Business, or related field.
• Experience: Typically 2–5 years for executive level; 5+ years for senior roles. Preferably exposure to LMW, customs/import‑export, trade compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian customs laws/regulations, especially the LMW scheme and import duty/exemption processes.
• Good command of English and Malay; other languages such as Mandarin may be a plus depending on the company.
• Skills: Attention to detail, strong organisational & coordination skills, good data‑analysis (e.g., tracking material flows, cost savings), and ability to work cross‑functionally.
• Familiarity with ERP/logistics systems, Excel, and comfortable dealing with regulatory documentation and reporting.

Preferred / Advantageous

• Prior experience in manufacturing environment using LMW licences.
• Understanding of value‑added activities (R&D, repackaging, repair) under LMW scheme.
• Experience with waste/disposal records, scrap handling, duty exemption reconciliation.
• Experience working with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and external agencies.

Performance Indicators (How Success Would Be Measured)

• All LMW monthly and annual statements submitted accurately and on time.
• Zero or minimal non‑compliance findings in customs audits.
• Maximised duty/tax‑exempt benefit under LMW (through correct use of materials/components).
• Internal material flows (imports → production → export) aligned with LMW rules.