Trade Compliance Lead (Logistics Industry)

Talent Recruit; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th month bonus

Insurance package

Job summary

Talent Recruit is seeking a Trade Compliance Lead to manage end-to-end import and export activities within a dynamic FTZ environment in Johor. You will coordinate with freight forwarders, brokers, and authorities to ensure proper documentation and regulatory adherence.

The candidate should have 5+ years in trade compliance or logistics, with strong knowledge of Malaysian procedures, Incoterms, and FTZ rules. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in trade compliance, freight forwarding, or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian import/export procedures and customs regulations.
• Experience working with customs brokers and freight forwarders.
• Familiar with Incoterms and basic Free Trade Agreement concepts.
• Experience in FTZ environments is an added advantage.
• Able to manage multiple shipments in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end import and export shipments.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and government authorities.
• Ensure accurate and timely customs documentation and declarations.
• Review shipping documents (invoice, packing list, BL/AWB, COO, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian Customs and FTZ regulations.
• Support HS code classification and tariff verification.
• Monitor and improve trade compliance processes.
• Work closely with warehouse, operations, and regional teams.
• Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.

Skills

Trade compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Logistics/Supply Chain/Business

Tools

Customs documentation systems

Job description

About the job Trade Compliance Lead (Logistics Industry)

Company Background:
A global logistics and supply chain company headquartered in the USA, with operations across Malaysia and Singapore. The company provides warehousing, freight forwarding, and international distribution services to multinational clients, supporting regional and cross-border import and export activities.

As part of its expansion in Malaysia, the company is operating a large Free Trade Zone (FTZ) warehouse facility in Johor to support duty‑free import, storage, and export operations.

Job Summary

The Lead Analyst, Trade Compliance is responsible for managing import and export compliance activities, working closely with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal operations teams to ensure smooth international shipments.

This role will also support process improvement initiatives and act as a key contact for customs‑related matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end import and export shipments
• Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and government authorities
• Ensure accurate and timely customs documentation and declarations
• Review shipping documents (invoice, packing list, BL/AWB, COO, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian Customs and FTZ regulations
• Support HS code classification and tariff verification
• Monitor and improve trade compliance processes
• Work closely with warehouse, operations, and regional teams
• Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in trade compliance, freight forwarding, or logistics
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian import/export procedures and customs regulations
• Experience working with customs brokers and freight forwarders
• Familiar with Incoterms and basic Free Trade Agreement (FTA) concepts
• Experience in FTZ environment is an added advantage
• Able to manage multiple shipments in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred
• Fixed 13th month bonus
• Working hours: Mon-Fri 8:30AM - 6:00PM
• Hospitalisation, Group Term Life, and Personal Accident Insurance