Manager, Trade Compliance Optimization

6 days ago


Singapore Illumina Full time

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Manager, Trade Compliance Optimization Apply locations Singapore - Woodlands - NorthTech Singapore - Woodlands - NorthCoast Singapore - Biopolis time type Full time posted on Posted Today job requisition id 40406-JOB What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.
Position Summary
The Manager, Trade Compliance Optimization will be an essential member of Illumina's Global Trade Compliance Team (GTC). The Manager will play a critical role in optimizing import/export costs while ensuring compliance with global trade regulations for Illumina. This position focuses on developing long-term strategies to optimize customs duties by leveraging trade programs and regulatory frameworks, as well as other cost mitigation strategies. Additionally, the Manager will support global trade risk management and standards strategy, assisting with streamlining of global trade standards development and execution. Success in this role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, project management skills, and regulatory knowledge.
Job responsibilities:
Develop and lead multi-year strategy to optimize customs duties and reduce import/export costs through programs like Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), Duty Drawback, Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs), Bonded Warehouses, and Tariff Engineering
Support activities of the Illumina's GTC's Risk and Standards team and act as the team's point of contact in the AMEA region
Monitor and analyze tariff classifications, valuation methods, and country of origin rules to identify cost-saving opportunities and incorporate into the strategy
Collaborate with GTC team and cross-functional stakeholders to drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase compliance with global trade regulations.
Work closely with supply chain, procurement, logistics, finance, and IT teams to integrate duty-saving measures into global sourcing and distribution strategies.
Provide regular reports and presentations to senior management on duty optimization initiatives and financial impacts.
Position Requirements
Bachelor's Degree is required. Advanced degree (MA, JD, MBA) is an advantage.
5-7 years' experience in international trade, deep understanding of core trade compliance topics, including country of origin, valuation, and classification.
A breadth of knowledge of duty optimization programs, including free trade agreements, duty drawback, etc.
Experience in life science or medical device industry would be advantageous.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, judgement, creativity, flexibility.
Experience engaging cross-functionally and collaboratively to develop and implement compliance programs.
Detail oriented and highly organized; ability to multi-task several tasks/projects at once.
Ability to adapt to rapid change, work with a sense of urgency, and manage time effectively.
Illumina believes that everyone has the ability to make an impact, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information.
About Us
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