Customs & Trade Senior Manager

About Company

The company is one of the world's leading engineering conglomerate.The company has manufacturing facilities in several states of India & across borders.

Job Description

Objective

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated professional to join our Indirect Taxation team, focusing on customs-related matters and international trade compliance. This role is critical to ensuring our cross-border operations remain efficient, compliant, and strategically aligned with global trade regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all customs-related compliance activities of imports and exports for India and other countries.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of customs documentation, including Bills of Entry, Shipping Bills, and related declarations.
• Monitor and interpret changes in customs laws, trade agreements (e.G., FTAs, PTAs), and global trade regulations impacting our operations.
• Liaise with customs authorities, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders to resolve classification, valuation, and duty-related issues.
• Optimize duty structures and avail benefits under various trade schemes (e.G., Advance Authorization, EPCG, DRAW BACK, RODTEP, SEZ, etc.).
• Support internal audits and assessments related to customs and international trade matters.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (logistics, procurement, legal, finance) to ensure end-to-end compliance in international transactions.
• Provide advisory support on structuring international trade flows to minimize tax exposure and enhance supply chain efficiency.

Education / Certification and Experience

Preferred Attributes