At Continental, we are building a world class customs organization on group level. As APAC Compliance Specialist, you will be contributing to the development and execution of Continental`s customs strategies in China. Reporting to the Regional Head of Customs APAC, your key priority is safeguarding the necessary level of compliance. In parallel, you assist the Regional Head in assessing the as-is situation, deriving and executing objectives. By introducing new ways of working and collaboration with regional stakeholders, you transform the customs setup in the China into a trusted and proactive function adding value to the business.
You will therefore:
- Identify and communicate customs related risks and opportunities to the Head of Customs APAC, your peers in the Automotive Customs team and other stakeholders in the region
- Assist the regional Head and work with the entire customs community in Continental on the development, rollout and maintenance of a customs governance framework, i.e. processes and procedures that ensure consistency, efficiency and sustainability in the area of customs compliance in the region and beyond
- Develop and conduct customs specific training as required by legislation and authorities.
- Implement measures fostering the performance and level of compliance provided by local/regional operational teams, shared service centers and third-party service providers
- Work on customs related requests including timely, accurate and detailed work plans, resource schedules, project estimates and status reports.
- Develop and maintain working relationships with regional customs authorities where appropriate as well as with all other regulatory authorities to carry out company business
- Provide advice and support regarding customs procedures/programs that may reduce duty obligations
- Prepare assessments and reports as required by management
- Monitor legal developments and conduct impact assessments
- Participate in customs audits where necessary