Trade Compliance Specialist

About International Maritime Industries

International Maritime Industries is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to join their team. This full-time role is essential for ensuring that all import and export activities adhere to both international and Saudi regulations. The specialist will play a key role in managing customs clearance processes and optimizing the performance of customs brokers.

Role Overview

The Trade Compliance Specialist is responsible for the oversight of import/export compliance, managing the custom clearance contract, and monitoring the performance of the custom broker. This position requires a proactive approach to regulatory adherence and efficient coordination with various internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant material flow.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to IMI policies and safety standards.
• Study import material requirements based on HS code, commodity type, and international/Saudi regulations, and update the purchasing team accordingly.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all applicable international and Saudi regulations to ensure material import requirements align with the latest standards.
• Collaborate with the purchasing team to manage the flow of required documents for customs clearance.
• Receive, verify, and process customs clearance invoices within the ERP system.
• Manage customs clearance operations, including sending necessary documents to the customs broker and following up to ensure on-time clearance.
• Manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the customs broker and report any failures in performance.
• Manage and update required information in the SABER system.
• Arrange for SASO certificates and process them in the SABER system.
• Manage import duty exemptions, including timely application to ensure exemptions are granted prior to material arrival.
• Coordinate with the logistics team for material loading from ports/airports by sharing the customer operation plan and providing updates on customs clearance.
• Liaise with the finance department for timely payment of import material taxation.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates for this role should possess 3-6 years of relevant experience in trade compliance, customs operations, or a similar field. A strong understanding of international and Saudi import/export regulations is required.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in managing customs clearance processes.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and regulatory platforms like SABER.
• Effective communication and coordination abilities with internal teams and external partners.

Work Type

This is a full-time position within International Maritime Industries.