Import/Export & Trade Operations Lead

Adecco Personnel Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a professional to oversee trade operations in Singapore. This role involves managing compliance with trade regulations, documentation across APAC markets, and collaborating with various teams to resolve trade issues. The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable about trade policies and practices, and provide training on trade operations. Strong analytical skills to assess trade data and industry trends are essential for this position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee import/export documentation and operations across APAC markets.
• Manage relationships with customs brokers, vendors, and trade associations.
• Develop and maintain trade policies, SOPs, and audit programs.
• Monitor compliance with trade regulations and duty/tax reimbursements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve trade-related issues.
• Support trade preference programs and cost-saving initiatives.
• Lead implementation and maintenance of trade management platforms.
• Analyse trade data and performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Provide training and guidance on trade operations across the organisation.
• Stay informed on industry trends and regulatory changes.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee import/export documentation and operations across APAC markets.
• Manage relationships with customs brokers, vendors, and trade associations.
• Develop and maintain trade policies, SOPs, and audit programs.
• Monitor compliance with trade regulations and duty/tax reimbursements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., logistics, retail, production) to resolve trade-related issues.
• Support trade preference programs and cost-saving initiatives.
• Lead implementation and maintenance of trade management platforms.
• Analyse trade data and performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Provide training and guidance on trade operations across the organisation.
• Stay informed on industry trends and regulatory changes.