Trade Compliance Supervisor

Samtec Inc; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in trade compliance is seeking a skilled professional to oversee import/export processes and ensure compliance with global regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in logistics, with proven leadership and analytical skills. Join a diverse and growing team committed to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in Customs & Trade Compliance or related field.
• Knowledge of import/export customs compliance and ability to interpret regulations.
• Strong project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Import and Export Trade Compliance processes.
• Ensure adherence to global import/export regulations.
• Train departments on trade compliance procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Research skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Description

Position at Samtec, Inc

Essential Functions/ Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day Import and Export Trade Compliance processes.
• Certify Sudden Service is the team’s moto by delivering timely responses and work.
• Ensure adherence to Global Import/Export regulations, including OFAC, EAR, ITAR, FCC, and other global government agencies in all activities.
• Determine product classifications for all imported/exported products.
• Train and communicate with all relevant departments through the Trade Compliance Ambassador program to promote compliance with global trade regulations companywide.
• Engage with external customers in trade compliance matters as necessary.
• Work closely with primary transportation carriers and approved brokers.
• Preform Broker reviews and calls as necessary.
• Support screening trade partners against denied parties lists to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate and manage projects with other areas of the business to meet trade requirements.
• Assist in developing and maintaining trade compliance policies and procedures, and standardizing
• Initiate and coordinate training for new associates with the training department.
• Work in conjunction with the training team to ensure training procedures and work instructions are updated and maintained as needed.
• Oversee Corporate Compliance process audits of Trade Compliance functions.
• Seek innovative and creative process improvement opportunities in trade compliance.
• Committed to continuous growth.
  
  

Required Experience

• 4+ Years’ Experience in Customs & Trade Compliance, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related regulatory field.
• Knowledge of import/export customs compliance with the ability to interpret and analyze regulations independently.
• Strong project management skills and ability to coordinate various day-to-day activities simultaneously.
• Must be analytically inclined.
• Self-starter that’s able to perform duties with little supervision, willing to make decisions, and has proven leadership skills.
• History of working with various government agencies (CBP, BIS, OFAC, etc.).
• A history of demonstrating successful problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Possess a Growth Mind Set
• Having a “sense of urgency” required.
• Highly skilled in research and investigative techniques.
• Logistics/transportation experience is an advantage.
• Trade Certifications (LCB, CCS, CES, and/or CCLS) is an advantage.
• Must be able to sit/stand for at least 90 consecutive minutes, and not suffer from any sensory deprivation and/or paralysis of the limbs.
  
  

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  
  

SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based in business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws.