Trade Compliance Specialist

We are seeking an experienced and skilled trade compliance specialist to oversee all import and export regulations, ensuring seamless operations within the organization.

This critical role requires extensive knowledge of Indian Customs law, foreign trade policy, SCOMET regulations, and specific regulatory frameworks governing our operations in Special Economic Zones (SEZ), Manufacturing and Other Operations in Warehouse Regulations (MOOWR), and Export Oriented Unit (EOU) schemes.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the Customs Act 1962, Foreign Trade Policy, SEZ Act 2005 & Rules 2006, MOOWR Regulations, Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, relevant GST provisions impacting trade, and related circulars/notifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Scheme Management & Compliance:
  • Oversee day-to-day import/export operations for units registered under SEZ, MOOWR.
  • Ensure full compliance with the SEZ Act & Rules, MOOWR Regulations (including Customs Act, the Foreign Trade Policy, and associated Customs/GST regulations).
  • Manage the application, amendment, and renewal processes for SEZ/EOU Letters of Permission (LOP) and MOOWR licenses.
  • Ensure adherence to specific scheme conditions, such as value addition norms, and operational procedures.
• Customs Operations & Documentation:
  • Prepare, review, and file necessary customs documentation for imports and exports under these schemes, including Bills of Entry (for Warehousing, Home Consumption, Ex-Bond), Shipping Bills, ARE forms, etc.
  • Manage customs bonding requirements (Bond-cum-LUT for SEZ, Triple Duty Bond for MOOWR), including execution, monitoring, and cancellation.
  • Coordinate with Customs House Agents (CHAs) for trade compliance and practices followed.
  • Handle customs valuation procedures, classification (HSN), and duty calculations (including deferred duty under MOOWR and duty payment on DTA sales).
  • Monitor Import Data Processing and Monitoring System (IDPMS) portal/reports from Authorized Dealer (AD) Banks for tracking Bills of Entry (BoE). Prepare and submit BoE data/documents to AD banks within stipulated RBI timelines for closure of IDPMS entries.
• Warehouse & Inventory Management (esp. SEZ & MOOWR):
  • Oversee compliant receipt, storage, processing, and removal of goods within bonded premises (SEZ & MOOWR).
  • Ensure maintenance of accurate, digitally prescribed records for receipt, storage, operations, and removal of goods (e.g., Bond Register, material consumption records).
  • Manage procedures for inter-unit transfers, job work (subcontracting) to/from DTA/other units, and waste/scrap disposal as per regulations.
• Regulatory Reporting & Audits:
  • Prepare and submit periodic reports required by Development Commissioners (SEZ) and Customs authorities (MOOWR), such as MPR, APR, QPR, and monthly returns for bonded warehouses.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for customs audits, SEZ & MOOWR authority inspections, and internal compliance reviews related to trade operations.
  • Ensure timely resolution of queries or discrepancies raised by authorities.
• Process Improvement & Advisory:
  • Stay updated on changes in India's FTP, Customs laws, SEZ rules, MOOWR regulations, GST, and other relevant trade policies.
  • Analyses the impact of regulatory changes on business operations and advises management on necessary actions.
  • Identify opportunities for process optimization and duty savings within the compliance framework of SEZ/MOOWR schemes.
  • Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders (logistics, procurement, finance, manufacturing) on trade compliance requirements.
  • Liaise effectively with government authorities (Customs, DGFT, SEZ Development Commissioners, GST) as required.