Senior Customs Manager​

Job Description About Us Dyson is a pioneering global technology company. We are all about better ideas and new technologies. We believe everything could be better. We are encouraged to think differently, challenge convention and be unafraid to make mistakes. We’re creative, collaborative, practical and enthusiastic. But most of all we’re hugely passionate about what we do. Our energy, determination and success mean that our business continues to grow at a remarkable pace. We explore new opportunities wherever we find them and we’re investing heavily in our products, our people and our infrastructure to ensure that we remain ahead of our competitors and deliver the quality that our customers have come to expect from Dyson. About The Team We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Global Customs Compliance Manager to lead and enhance our customs-related processes on a global scale. This multifaceted role offers an exceptional opportunity to shape customs compliance strategies, optimize valuation practices, coordinate customs audits, and drive digital transformation through IT solutions. Reporting to the Global Customs Director, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring worldwide customs compliance and alignment between Customs Valuation and Transfer Pricing. This role involves developing global customs audit policies, coordinating local audits and inquiries, facilitating audit collaboration among regional heads of customs, and identifying and mitigating key areas of risk. About The Role Preferably, this role will be based in the UK, in Malmesbury, Wiltshire. However, there could be potential for this role to be based in Amsterdam, or one of our other Dyson EMEA offices. You will: Global Customs Compliance Strategy: Collaborate with the Global Customs Director to develop and execute a cohesive global customs compliance strategy aligned with international trade regulations, customs valuation methodologies, and industry best practices. Customs Valuation and Transfer Pricing Alignment: Ensure alignment between Customs Valuation and Transfer Pricing in a global context, staying informed about court rulings, government valuation guidelines, and their impact on intercompany/transfer pricing, providing insights to relevant stakeholders. Global Customs Audits Policy: Develop and implement global customs audit policies and procedures to guide customs audit processes consistently across regions. Local Audit Support: Provide support and coordination for local customs audits and inquiries by customs authorities, offering guidance, documentation, and support as needed. Regional Coordination: Foster collaboration and information sharing among regional heads of customs in the APAC, EMEA, and AMERICAS regions to ensure a consistent approach to customs compliance and valuation topics. Risk Identification and Mitigation: Identify key areas of customs-related risks globally, assess the relevance of customs audit findings on a global level, and recommend preventive actions to address and mitigate risks. Cross-functional Global Collaboration: Collaborate with supply chain, finance, legal, and other departments to standardize and streamline global customs processes, valuation practices, and audit readiness. Digital Transformation: Drive the implementation of IT solutions for customs and foreign trade, leveraging SAP S4/HANA and SAP GTS, to standardize, automate, and digitalize customs processes and enhance compliance on a global level. Global Reporting: Prepare and present comprehensive global reports to senior management, including global compliance assessments, valuation analysis, audit findings, and recommendations for global process improvement. About You We're looking for someone that has: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., Certified Customs Specialist) preferred. Extensive experience in global customs compliance, valuation, and audits, with experience in a management role. In-depth knowledge of global customs regulations, customs valuation methodologies, international trade regulations and transfer pricing principles. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with IT solutions for customs and foreign trade, including SAP S4/HANA and SAP GTS. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a global context. Detail-oriented with an unwavering commitment to accuracy and compliance. Proven ability to lead cross-functional global teams and drive change across diverse geographies.

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