Logistics Operation Support

08 - Import/Export Specialist

Req ID: 140652

Remote Position: No

Hiring Manager: Ken Chung

Band: 08

Region: Asia

Country: Malaysia

State/Province: Kedah

City: Kulim

General Overview

Functional Area: SCM - Supply Chain Management

Career Stream: LOG - Logistics

Role: Specialist

Job Title: Import/Export Specialist

Job Code: SPE-SCM-IMPX

Band: Level 08

Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Summary Incumbents apply in-depth knowledge in a specific area of specialization. Work is performed within established professional standards and practices. Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of identifiable factors and a considerable degree of judgement. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results may have a negative impact on the divisions/departments operations, schedules, and/or performance goals. Works under minimum Supervision. Seeks approval from others on matters outside of job/role scope. Receives instruction on specific assignment objectives and possible solutions. Unusual problems are solved jointly with manager. Work is reviewed for application of sound technical judgment. May lead a work group or project team consisting of technical and support staff. Builds internal and external relationships, with emphasis on those that facilitate the achievement of job/role accountabilities, such as relationships with key suppliers, customers and internal service.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Works to ensure export shipments and documentation are in compliance with applicable customs law.
• Acts as a liaison with customs offices.
• Collects and analyzes logistics data for trends and potential cost savings.
• Evaluates and selects carriers for shipment of product.
• Analyzes freight data for internal and external charges. Interfaces with customers to identify billing information.
• Responsible for process development and reengineering related to border crossings.
• Provides leadership, expertise, guidance and training to the supply chain, commodity, procurement and program management functions, ensuring that the latest practices and procedures are followed.
• Interfaces with various levels of Celestica management to ensure processes are in place and working such that we maintain compliance with Logistics processes.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Good knowledge of an electronics manufacturing environment, material and processes.
• Expert understanding and interpretation of traffic and customs rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of basic computer applications such as WORD, Excel, PowerPoint and multiple business applications.
• Good understanding of internal and external customer requirements.
• Good financial, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve high complexity process/system problems using financial, analytical, and/or statistical models.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy and working under tight time deadlines.
• Ability to evaluate, prioritize and problem solve a variety of tasks to ensure their timely and accurate completion.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers.

Typical Experience

• Three to six years of relevant experience.

Typical Education

• Bachelor's degree in related field, or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Educational requirements may vary by geography.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).

At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.