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Job Function:
Legal & ComplianceJob Sub Function:
Enterprise ComplianceJob Category:
ProfessionalAll Job Posting Locations:
Beerse, Antwerp, BelgiumJob Description:
Purpose of the position is to lead our Import Beerse Team responsible for all import activities for JPNV in Belgium in accordance with the Global Trade Compliance Standards to ensure compliant, lean and efficient import processes in Belgium, managing Customs Clearance Agents while minimising risks and reducing the overall E2E operating costs.
The focus for this role will be the close collaboration and partnership with the different Segment and Global Excellence functions in end-to-end Supply Chain to strive for reliable and compliant day to day import and export operations in support of required service to the Customer.
Coordination and operational oversight of regional Trade Compliance set up. In collaboration with Global Trade Controls and Transport Operations deploy Global J&J trade compliance standards, striving to improve compliance and mature trade operations capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead a team of 2-3 professionals responsible for the smooth and compliant customs clearance operations of finished goods/API/packaging materials/miscellaneous and R&D products in Belgium.
Act as Trade Compliance DRI for JPNV Belgium in EMEA
Oversee compliance with Customs & Trade related legislation and regulations.
Establish, document and ensure periodic update of trade compliance processes and procedures in accordance with the Global Standards
Develop and deliver training, cross-functionally, to relevant collaborators.
Support Global Trade Compliance Internal Assessment program by carrying out site assessments and managing identified improvements/developments.
Ensure compliance with, and optimisation of, all applicable customs special procedures (IPR, OPR, Customs Warehousing, Temporary Import, etc)
Support participation in Supply Chain Security and Import Compliance Programs (eg, AEO).
Ensure appropriate maintenance of customs related records in accordance with J&J and Legal requirements.
Drive EMEA duty savings projects and initiatives with close collaboration with Global Trade Controls leadership team
Conduct analysis on import/export data to identify potential duty mitigation opportunities
Coordinate smooth internal and external trade compliance audits, conducted by Customs Authorities and internal auditors.
Collaborate cross-functionally (Supply Chain, Logistics, Tax, Finance, Sites etc.) to support corporate planning initiatives
Support department requirements for documentation collection, evaluation, and retention.
Serve as a company contact with internal partners and external service providers including our customs brokers, freight forwarders, and government agencies.
Support in research and preparation of binding rulings, scope rulings, post-entry amendments.
Support HTS classification (US and International),
Support international export programs to include screenings and preparation of necessary export documents such as COO requests.
Post shipment/entry document review for Customs audit.
Support other International Logistics and Trade Compliance team initiatives, as necessary.
Qualifications
Education:
Degree in Trade Compliance / Logistics / Supply Chain / Business / Law / Finance or equivalent experience required
Experience and Skills:
Required:
Minimum of five (5) years of confirmed experience in Trade Compliance area
Experience with international trade flows and import/export documentation
Experience in customs brokerage activities, 3PL management
Experience and/or training in one or more of the following areas of competence: Union Customs Code (UCC), World Customs Organization, HTS code determination, Customs valuation principles, rules of origin, free trade agreements, INCOTERMS.
Good interpersonal skills. Ability to partner with and influence others without direct authority; build consensus and look for collaboration with people from different organizations
Innovative approach with capability for problem solving, compliance orientation/GDP knowledge/quality mentality, business case development and trade-off alignment
Customer oriented and a pro-active attitude.
Preferred:
Knowledge of IPR and OPR process
Experience in AEO status obtaining and maintenance
Good Project management and change management skills
Good knowledge of Dutch (verbal and written)
Other:
Requires proficiency in English (verbal and written)
Requires up to 10% domestic and international travel
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Audit and Compliance Trends, Audit Management, Audit Reporting, Business Behavior, Business Writing, Coaching, Communication, Compliance Frameworks, Compliance Management, Compliance Risk, Corporate Investigations, Critical Thinking, Legal Function, Legal Services, People Centricity, Problem Solving, Process ImprovementsThe anticipated base pay range for this position is:
€72’500.00 - €115’230.00Benefits:
In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.
*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.
