Team Leader – Trade Compliance

Purpose - Gecia is supporting Atlas Copco entities in different activities like Trade Compliance (Customs

Classifications, Conflict Minerals reporting, Dangerous Goods, SCRM, etc.), aftermarket, sourcing, vendor

management etc.

The above activities have become quite vast & need a well-coordinated, focussed & integrated approach to

deal with these. Also, to improve efficiency there is need to explore & implement digitalisations &

automations in these activities to reduce the monotonic elements & improve accuracy.

We are looking for a person having integrated & methodical approach with drive & leadership skills to lead &

further develop the teams

Job description:

To lead and assist members in the team and be point of contact for projects with customers. Your mission

Customs classification.

Within the engineering team you will contribute to execute

Requests received for HS code classification & screening of DU codes as per guidelines of WTO.

You work with a team of classification engineers, project engineers and logistics engineers.

Your responsibilities will include the following aspects.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Keep updated with latest/ upcoming developments in the global trade compliance field & related

legislations

• Lead & motivate the trade compliance team who will,

o Execute requests received for HS code classification & screening of DU codes as per

guidelines of WTO.

o Analyse the technical details like; working principle, functional parameters, materials, etc of

parts / products of Atlas Copco parts & provide them correct HS code as per European,

Indian, USA & Chinese customs & WTO guidelines.

o Understand the logic behind The General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the

Harmonized System, also known as the General Interpretative Rules (GIR).

o Communicate with the global customer on daily basis & resolve the technical queries/issues

raised by customs authorities.

• Ensure proper resource planning to deliver effective & efficient resource utilization

• Ensure the Costs are controlled & the cost per hour remains within specified target.

• Evolve & define the competency maturity model & its timeline for Trade compliance team

• Continuously strive for improving team effectiveness & efficiency through use of automation &

digital techniques like RPA, Data Analytics etc.

• Infuse in the teams, the ability to work effectively in cross-functional technical teams in the projects.

• Identify & deploy the best practice across the Atlas Copco entities globally.

• Advise and transfer knowledge, coach, and mentor to colleagues.

• Develop, improve, and deliver training to support the technical growth of team. Developing E-

learning courses (basic knowledge) and classroom session for advance knowledge

• Present Updates/ latest technology/ knowledge gained and applied in project as a part of

competence development.

• Drive change by leveraging new technology & innovations to improve overall effectiveness

• Demonstrate excellent relationship skills with the ability to collaborate, engage & manage with

customer with active involvement of Genia's related business teams.

• Foster a sense of urgency to implement a customer focused organizational culture and to deliver

world class customer service levels

• Analyse the technical details like; working principle, functional parameters, materials, etc of parts /

products of Atlas Copco parts & provide them correct HS code as per European, Indian, USA &

Chinese customs & WTO guidelines.

• Daily basis reporting to service centres mainly in Belgium, USA & India as well as other customer

centres & product companies of Atlas Copco group globally.

• Communicate with the global customer on daily basis & resolve the technical queries/issues raised

by customs authorities.

• Mentor fellow colleagues

Experience / Knowledge requirements

• Basics of mechanical & electrical engineering should be clear

• Good working knowledge of MS Office, MS Outlook; MS Excel proficiency is an advantage.

• Strong attention to details;

• Proven leadership and management skills with the ability to optimise team performance and

development.

• Technical leadership skills - strong technical leadership skills including the ability to lead teams

and/or projects that focus on engineering & operational excellence

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills – Cooperates & collaborates with others, fully

contributes to achieve the team goal. Should be team player and strong communication and

interpersonal skills with all levels of business

• Result orientated with ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines in order to deliver projects

as per the timelines and quality standards

• Knowledge of BPCS / ERP is a plus

Educational requirements:

Graduate in B.E Mechanical Engineering graduate preferred: 8 to 15 years of experience; in relevant field

Personality requirements:

• Optimistic & "Never give up" attitude;

• Driven, motivated and take initiative;

• Curious, interested in new systems and processes;

• Accurate, independent, disciplined;

• Creative, innovative attitude;

• Good communicative skills;

• Team player

• Flexible

What you can except from us:

 An excellent culture

 Ample opportunities for professional development

 New challenges and opportunities to learn every day

 A culture known for respectful interaction, ethical behaviour, and integrity

 Drive your Career, Explore Opportunities, Realize your Passion

 Have multiple interactions with different stakeholders internally and externally

 Potential to see your ideas realized and to make an impact on interesting projects

 Plenty of opportunities to grow and develop

 A Pivotal Role with large group of people management

Place: Pune, Hinjawadi

Profile Summary:

We are looking for a Team Leader to manage and guide a team handling Trade Compliance activities such as

Customs Classification, Conflict Minerals reporting, Dangerous Goods, and Supply Chain Risk Management

(SCRM).

The role involves:

 Leading & mentoring a team to ensure accurate HS code classification for Atlas Copco products as per global

customs regulations.

 Coordinating with global stakeholders to resolve compliance-related queries.

 Driving process improvements through automation & digitalization to enhance efficiency.

 Ensuring adherence to international trade laws & evolving compliance requirements.

 Developing team skills through training and competency-building initiatives.

Ideal candidates should have a background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, strong leadership skills, and

experience in global trade compliance & customs classification.