Building on a strong legacy of more than 145 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Trade Manager (APAC)
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Trade Manager (APAC)
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About this position
At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of 47.000 pioneers around the globe. The teams in our corporate functions enable the best in our dynamic businesses and in our people to maximize our company’s potential. With our leading brands, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth. Dare to make an impact?
What you'll do
Reporting to the Head of Tax and Trade (APAC), you are required to:
- Drive and contribute to CBO (Cross Border Optimization) saving targets via FTA (Free Trade Agreement) implementation and optimization projects within APAC, including cross functional collaboration
- Ensure FTA savings realisations and support any FTA related issues raised by business/operations.
- Contribute and establish export controls, both existing and new for all of APAC (applicable to both Dual use and Drug precursors)
- Support any export control related issues/questions raised by business/operations.
- Drive the Customs Broker management initiative to all APAC businesses to have better visibility of Customs Broker's performance in terms of compliance level.
- Identify and implement opportunities to automate export processes.
- Support and perform all planned trade compliance health checks for APAC region
- Support and deliver all trade trainings for business/operations and new trade specialists.
- Support any ad-hoc projects (M&A etc.)
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Supply Chain management, or related disciplines
- At least 5 years of experience with Trade, Customs and Export Compliance
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience with Supply Chain Operations
- Proactive and collaborative working style
- Good Data-Analytic skills
- Knowledge of SAP GTS (Global Trade Service) will be an added advantage
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 24069771
Job Locations: Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
Contact information for application-related questions: Recruitment.SEA@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.