Regional Lead Customs Specialist

About the role

GE Aerospace is looking for a Regional Lead Customs Specialist in Singapore, where its advanced facilities have been leading aerospace innovation across the Asia Pacific region for more than 40 years. The role covers processes and procedures for the cross-border movement and shipment of GE goods, and includes direct people management responsibility such as staffing and performance development.

Key responsibilities

• Provide direction, counsel and create and execute customs strategy affecting customs transactions on behalf of GE businesses
• Manage departmental operations planning and execution, with some autonomy within established policies
• Use deep knowledge of a technical discipline and analytical thinking to execute policy and strategy
• Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience and lead small, low-risk projects
• Convey performance expectations and handle sensitive issues

Required profile

• Minimum 6 years of experience in logistics and customs operations
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
• Demonstrated advanced expertise in international trade regulations, compliance and legal requirements
• Strong experience in supplier and contractor management
• Preferred: export control experience, basic finance, large-scale regional process development and management, audit and operational skills, understanding of Customs Special Programs, and a customs license, certification or equivalent

Required skills

• Practical working knowledge of business process integration, transportation, distribution and logistics
• Strategic influencing and project management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills