Sr Analyst II Customs / Transport

Visteon Designation: Sr Analyst II Customs / Transport Office Location: Position description: Join Visteon's Customs & Transportation team as a senior-level analyst responsible for managing and optimizing customs compliance and transportation logistics within the automotive industry. This role demands a deep understanding of international trade regulations, customs documentation, and transportation management to ensure seamless import/export operations and cost-effective supply chain execution. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, including procurement, legal, and logistics partners, to mitigate risks, ensure regulatory adherence, and drive continuous process improvements in a dynamic global automotive environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee customs compliance activities to ensure adherence to international trade laws and regulations specific to the automotive sector.
• Coordinate with transportation providers to optimize shipping routes, reduce costs, and improve delivery timelines for inbound and outbound automotive components.
• Prepare, review, and validate customs documentation including import/export declarations, tariff classifications, and duty payments.
• Monitor changes in customs regulations and trade agreements, assessing their impact on company operations and advising relevant stakeholders accordingly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as procurement, legal, and supply chain to resolve customs and transportation-related issues.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify potential compliance gaps and implement corrective actions to mitigate penalties and delays.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) related to customs clearance times, transportation costs, and compliance rates.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline customs and transportation processes, leveraging technology and best practices.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and insights related to customs and transportation activities.
• Train and mentor junior team members on customs regulations, transportation management, and compliance procedures.

Requirements

• Customs Compliance Management International Trade Regulations Tariff Classification Import/Export Documentation Transportation Logistics Optimization Supply Chain Risk Assessment Trade Agreement Analysis Transportation Management Systems (TMS) Global Trade Management Software Cross-functional Collaboration Process Improvement Data Analysis and Reporting Project Management Automotive Supply Chain Knowledge Reporting Team Reporting Designation: #*Reporting Designation*# Reporting Department: #*Reporting Department*# Educational qualifications preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in customs compliance and transportation management within the automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of automotive industry supply chain dynamics and regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional stakeholder relationships.
• Experience working in a multinational corporate environment with exposure to diverse customs jurisdictions.

Preferred

• Professional certifications such as Certified Customs Specialist (CCS), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Proven experience with global trade management software and transportation management systems (TMS).

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