In Customs and Trade Compliance, we act as a strategic partner and trusted resource to create a culture of compliance and drive the continuous pursuit of operational excellence. Our mission is to enable an agile and compliant value chain through active customs and trade facilitation, to make the IKEA vision and strategies a living reality.
We are now looking for a new colleague to join us in this exciting mission The role as Customs Trade Advisor will focus on monitoring new and changing legislation and regulations that govern and apply to Customs and Trade related activities and assist in the development of global processes and systems within IKEA to secure we comply with new legislation and regulations. Work closely with key stakeholders in IKEA Supply AG (ISAG), Regulatory Affairs and Public Affairs to support consulting efforts that adopt a global approach when dealing with authorities impacting customs and trade operations.
Main Responsibilities:
* Monitor and analyse the latest developments in global rules, regulations and legislation. Communicate any events with potential business impact internally, ensuring timely updates.
* Maintain strong relationships with industry partners and relevant authorities involved in importation and exportation within the assigned geographical locations as necessary to support and grow IKEA's business.
* Identify participation in government or industry initiatives, changes or legislations necessary to support and grow the IKEA business.
* Support global consultancy within input from assigned geographical locations towards and input towards global organizations such as World Trade Organization and World Customs Organization representatives.
* Participate in, have access to and address official publications or requests for comments/consultancy within mandated timeframes and deadlines in support of IKEA business.
* Maintain thorough files and records regarding initiatives, legislative changes, regulatory changes and regulatory updates. These should be sufficient for IKEA Supply to track discussions, current status, actions taken, next steps, or to participate in industry events.
* Identify relevant topics for internal communications, ensuring that global activities related to customs and trade are understood by key stakeholders and their impact on IKEA is clearly communicated.
* Work with the operations and compliance teams in assigned geographical locations to ensure a clear understanding of initiatives, changes, or legislation on working methods, IT systems, and documentation. Provide support for incorporating these changes as necessary.
* Support with the establishment and refinement of working methods specific to trade related activities.
* Actively identify and assess risks related to customs and trade activities that may affect IKEA's business and customs operations.
* Maintain and enhance regulatory knowledge and analytical skills to keep pace with evolving business needs, regulations, and systems.
* Contribute to global or regional projects related to trade topics
Qualifications:
1. 7 to 10 years of experience in Customs and Trade Compliance activities or equivalent advocacy experience with authorities in customs and trade.
2. Ability to read and comprehend customs and trade regulations, legislation, and administrative requirements.
3. University degree
4. Demonstrated knowledge of government regulations, customs procedures, international business and import compliance in the assigned geographical locations.
5. Strong knowledge of working effectively with external authorities within assigned geographical location.
6. Comprehensive understanding of how customs and trade impact the supply chain and how to incorporate customs, trade, and compliance controls into operations.
7. Establish network of key controls within the international trade community and the assigned geographical locations.
8. Understanding of legislative cycles, protocols, and government administrative processes within the assigned geographical locations.
9. Knowledge of an access to monitoring tools and applications specific to government agencies within the assigned geographical locations.
10. Passion for import/export operations and supply chain management.
11. A continuous learner with an eye for detail and a desire to understand the