Senior Team Member - Customs and EXIM Compliance

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Team Member specializing in Customs operations and EXIM compliance to oversee and optimize all aspects of import/export clearance. The role demands comprehensive management of compliance with HS classification, valuation, and Rules of Origin to minimize disputes and statutory challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end import and export clearance processes ensuring strict compliance with HS codes, valuation norms, and Rules of Origin to reduce disputes and statutory show cause notices.
• Identify and implement duty-saving strategies by leveraging Free Trade Agreement benefits and exemption schemes like Advance Authorization, EPCG, DTA, SEZ, EOU, and MTNM of Waste Recycling.
• Lead CHA operational management including daily coordination, managing rate contracts, deferred duty arrangements, and reconciliation activities.
• Standardize procedures for Project Imports including closure of bonds and bank guarantees to minimize demurrage and detention costs through root cause analysis and preventive measures.
• Maintain and update the Import Compendium containing HS codes, notifications, and ensure current valid certifications such as IEC, AEO Tier, and Status Holder certificates.
• Lead resolution and closure of both internal and external audit findings and standardize SOPs related to deemed export benefits.
• Maintain a consolidated database of statutory show cause notices, demand notices, and judicial cases for efficient referencing and resolution.
• Collaborate closely with Customs authorities, DGFT, CHA partners, and other statutory bodies to ensure smooth operations and compliance.
• Ensure timely fulfillment of Advance Authorization and EPCG obligations with continuous efforts to reduce contingent liabilities.
• Track and achieve year-on-year reductions in demurrage and detention charges.
• Utilize analytical tools for generating real-time alerts, monitoring SLA compliance, and performing aging analysis to improve decision-making.