Vaga de Customs & Excise Coordinator LAC
1 vaga: | Publicada em 26/04
- A Combinar
Sobre a vaga
Diageo is the worlds leading premium drinks company with an outstanding
collection of brands, such as Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Baileys, Captain Morgan,
Tanqueray and Guinness. With over 200 brands in 180 countries and a global network
of entrepreneurial individuals, our teams blend a diverse range of experience,
knowledge and skills. We connect customers and consumers to our iconic products
and build innovative experiences that bring people together to celebrate life.
Context about the role:
Latin America and Caribbean ("LAC") business in Diageo comprises five markets:
South-LAC (Paraguay, Uruguay, Peru, Chile, Ecuador, Bolivia, Argentina), Brazil,
Mexico, CCA (Central America and Caribbean), Colombia and Venezuela (Andean). LAC
is a region which counts with over 15 Free Trade Agreements and complex origin
requirements; each country in LAC has its own customs and trade regulatory
framework as well as its own Customs Agency.
LAC's role in Diageo's international supply chain / global trade footprint
includes exports and imports mostly, but also manufacturing facilities in Mexico,
Brazil, Guatemala, Venezuela; in CCA countries a wide number of local co-packers,
bottlers, and licensed brewers for Guinness and Ready-To-Drink products are
involved in the chain including direct export to consumers in LAC markets.
Panama is Diageo's largest logistic HUB for Latin America and Caribbean ("LAC").
The HUB is operated in Free Trade Zone Cólon and consolidates orders from various
origins for re-exportation by Diageo's selling entity to Diageo importing entities
and / or customers in Latin American countries. The use of Panama HUB in a free
trade zone combined with claims of preferential customs duties requires reasonable
care to ensure Diageo's compliance with the tax, customs and trade rules in the
importing mark ets ("IMC").
Responsibilities - L5C:
Responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to the following:
Assist the Regional Trade Compliance team in implementing and monitoring measures
to mitigate risks related to imports and exports in Latin America and the
Caribbean (LAC) markets.
Monitor the growing complexity of regional activities, such as product innovation,
new sourcing strategies, and supply chain restructuring initiatives.
Provide support for both external and internal customs audits, aiming to mitigate
Diageo's reputational, financial, and commercial risks, particularly in countries
with direct consumer routes.
Collaborate closely with the Global Tax team to gather and track information for
metrics, tax law compliance, and query tracking. Ensure governance documentation
is kept up-to-date in line with global guidelines, including controls, global
system impact assessment, internal audit (IA) recordkeeping, and other relevant
requirements.
Execute controls related to the processes inherent to the function and be point of
contact for internal control audits as well as provide critical thinking on new
and existing controls;
Map all the exports done by the LAC countries in order to better assist on the
issuance of Certificates of Origin, making sure the Rules of Origin are being
applied.
Engage in Diageos journey to craft a digital agenda for the global trade function
by means of supporting the analysis, recommendation, and implementation of
software in close collaboration with other functional areas.
Bring up critical issues arising from pre and post-entry audits and propose
corrective actions required. Work together with Global Tax Compliance team on long
term corrective actions to detailed issues.
Deliver training on Trade Compliance matters to various departments across LAC
region, promoting a culture of Trade Compliance within the stakeholders.
Tasks - L5C:
Tasks to be executed by this role include but are not limited to the following:
Brazil, South LAC and Regional:
1) Maintain the standardized recordkeeping database for Latin America and the
Caribbean (LAC), ensuring compliance with legal requirements and statute of
limitation periods in each importing market.
2) Collect and review documents and data requested by Customs Authorities during
customs clearance and audits.
3) Collaborate closely with the customer service team to issue preferential
statements and certificates of origin for exports, ensuring adherence to Standard
Operating Procedures for Free Trade Agreements (FTA).
4) Provide support to markets in evaluating business cases and implementing import
chain strategies as needed.
5) Assist in establishing operational procedures between Trade Compliance and
Brand Innovation regarding key trade data in SAP, including coordination with the
Tax Data Governance team to ensure consistency across SAP plants and issuance of
compliant documentation for importers.
Regional:
1) Assist in the implementation of projects affecting Global Trade in Latin
America and the Caribbean (LAC), including identifying processes needing review
and documentation, and updating/implementing procedures (close collaboration with
Regional Customs & Excise lead and business units).
2) Support the analysis of source and trade data to develop and implement trade
compliance programs, conduct Free Trade Agreement (FTA) reviews, and prepare
documentation for subsidiaries.
3) Exercise decision-making skills by interpreting international and local
regulations, laws, and guidance to provide technical support to the business for
day-to-day operations.
4) Collaborate with the Global Tax and other teams on initiatives such as
developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for LAC, resolving gaps,
establishing metrics, and implementing systems.
5) Collaborate with Corporate Relations, Regulatory and Legal teams for external
assessments.
Professional experience:
Substantial experience specializing in international trade, imports, exports, and
customs matters, acquired in an International Law Firm, Consultancy, or
Multinational setting.
Minimum of 5 years of experience providing subject matter expert support for
multifunctional and multinational projects.
Track record of preparing and delivering training programs to internal
stakeholders and third parties, such as customs brokers.
Active involvement in pre-entry and post-entry audit programs.
Exposure to customs compliance standards, certifications (e.g., CTPAT, AEO), and
risk management is preferred.
Familiarity with technologies such as Power BI, Trade Analytics, SAP Hana 4/GTS,
and other relevant tools in the field of international trade is desirable.
Competencies and qualifications we are looking for:
Bachelor's degree in international trade, business with a specialization in
international trade, or law with a focus on customs and international trade.
Comprehensive understanding of international trade law, including familiarity with
global instruments from organizations like the WCO and WTO, and their correlation
with local legislation.
Ability to interpret and assess legislation in Latin American & Caribbean
countries concerning customs, import-related taxes, and compliance obligations
associated with import, export, and special regimes.
Preferably, possess end-to-end supply chain knowledge and hands-on experience in
import and export operations.
Capable of collaborating effectively with individuals from diverse countries and
cultures.
Proficient in navigating complex matrix environments to garner support and
implement process enhancements.
Demonstrated critical thinking skills with a proactive approach and a bias for
action.
Strong presentation, communication, and influencing skills, both written and
verbal.
Proficiency in MS Office; experience with other relevant software/tools such as
SAP GTS is advantageous.
Fluency in Portuguese and Spanish, along with advanced oral and written
proficiency in English, is required.
Availability for travel as needed.
Flexibility
This is key to success in our business and many of our staff work flexibly in many
different ways.
Please talk to us about what flexibility means to you and dont let anything stop
you from applying.
Diversity statement:
Celebrating our inclusive and diverse culture is core to Diageos purpose of
celebrating life every day
everywhere. This purpose is, in itself, inclusive in nature, as it values
everybody irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity,
sexuality or ethnicity. We know that for our business to thrive and for Diageo to
realize its ambition, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of
backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the 180 countries in which we
operate and to reflect our broad consumer base. We view diversity as one of the
key enablers that helps our business to grow
and our values, purpose and standards set the conditions for us to respect the
outstanding contribution each person brings.
Worker Type :
Regular
Primary Location:
Sao Paulo
Additional Locations :
Job Posting Start Date :
2024-04-18