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IFF Trade Compliance Specialist in Shanghai, China
Trade Compliance Specialist
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Date:Jul 2, 2024
Location: Shanghai, CN
Company: IFF Family of Companies
Job Description
SUMMARY
On this position, you will be part of the IFF Trade team in the ASPAC region and will be responsible for Pharma Business in China and the rest of ASPAC (except India). The goal is to manage import and export activities to fully comply with local and global regulatory requirements and internal policies and procedures in efficient and effective manner.
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND LEAD
• Understand local and international trade related laws and regulations
• Oversee and communicate regulatory changes with the development of best practices
• Provide Trade related advice to Business on daily basis, including but not limited to HS code classification, Inco-term explanation, special scheme, etc.
• Lead and participate communication with local Customs when required.
• Support Business project and develop compliant trade solution per requirement (Special Economic Zone, etc.).
• Drive cost savings, especially in customs duty savings from FTAs, duty incentives and other programs
• Lead internal and external trade related audit in China and the rest of ASPAC (except India)
• Conduct training to internal customers and improve awareness of trade regulations.
• Monitor, track, and report China and the rest of ASPAC (except India) import and export metrics.
• Customs broker management and regular review
• Connect with Global Trade team and participate global project.
Job Requirements
HOW YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in International Trade, Logistics or equal by experiences
• At least 5-year experience in import and export operation is preferred
• Capability to develop and apply statistical and computer skills
• Computer skills covering MS Office, SAP is preferred.
• Fluent English in speaking and written
Knowledge/Skills/Attributes
• Strong knowledge of local, international trade and import & export regulations
• Strong sense of teamwork and high ethical standards
• Good interpersonal and communication skills in Mandarin (China) and English
• Strong problem-solving skill
• Openness, ability to change and continuous improvement
The Pharma Solutions business will be taking on its next chapter of growth as a trusted partner for the pharmaceutical industry with the announcement to sell Pharma Solutions to Roquette. This move will position Pharma Solutions to expand its industry leadership through continued investment in innovation to meet the evolving needs of pharmaceutical manufacturers and developers worldwide.
The sale is presently expected to close in the first half of 2025, pending regulatory approvals and other closing conditions. The Pharma Solutions business unit will remain a part of IFF until close and, at such time, it will transition to Roquette. In applying for this position, you acknowledge your awareness that the position is a part of the Pharma Solutions business unit and has been identified to transition to Roquette.
IFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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