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

WSA VENTURE AUSTRALIA (M) SDN BHD; Rawang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Malaysia seeks a Logistics (Legal Compliance) Executive to ensure compliance with LMW regulations, manage customs declarations, and prepare reports. The role requires a relevant degree, 2-5 years experience, and strong knowledge of Malaysian customs laws. Knowledge of ERP systems and fluency in English and Malay are required for success.

Qualifications

• Typically 2–5 years of experience for executive level; 5+ years for senior roles.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian customs laws/regulations, especially the LMW scheme.
• Good command of English and Malay.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with LMW licensing conditions.
• Manage customs declarations and trade compliance matters.
• Prepare management reports and metrics.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organisational skills

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Logistics (Legal Compliance) Executive/ Officer

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Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the LMW licensing conditions set by the 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 make sure materials/finished goods flow through the LMW process correctly (import duty exemption realisation, 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).
• 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.