Trade Compliance Duty Manager

Lucid Motors

Key Responsibilities

Duty Exemption Management

• Lead and manage the company s customs duty exemption programs, ensuring eligibility, approvals, and renewals are maintained.
• Oversee submission and follow-up of duty exemption requests with governmental entities. Monitor compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations and ensure accurate reporting for duty-exempt transactions.
• Identify opportunities to optimize costs through proper duty exemption utilization.

Import & Export Control

• Oversee import/export compliance operations, including HS classification, valuation, and licensing requirements.
• Manage and monitor import/export licenses, permits, and special authorizations.
• Ensure accurate documentation for customs clearance (invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, etc.).
• Implement and enforce internal controls for import/export processes to mitigate regulatory risks.
• Conduct restricted party screenings and end-use/end-user checks for controlled exports.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure 100% compliance with Saudi Customs, GAZT/ZATCA, SFDA, SASO, and international trade regulations.
• Develop, implement, and update policies and procedures related to duty exemption and trade compliance.
• Conduct periodic internal audits and prepare for external government audits.
• Investigate and report suspected violations of customs or trade regulations, ensuring corrective actions.
• Maintain centralized recordkeeping for all import/export and duty exemption activities.

Stakeholder & Team Management

• Lead, train, and supervise the Duty Compliance team.
• Collaborate with supply chain, procurement, finance, and legal teams to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Build and maintain relationships with customs authorities, free zone authorities, and service providers.
• Provide training and awareness sessions to employees on customs duty exemption and import/export controls.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of Saudi Customs procedures, GCC customs laws, and international trade regulations.
• Expertise in duty exemption policies and their application to industrial/manufacturing projects.
• Advanced knowledge of import/export control, including HS classification, valuation, and free trade agreements.
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong stakeholder management with government authorities and third-party providers.
• Proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle preferred), and trade compliance tools