Trade Compliance Specialist

About the role:

Do you enjoy navigating international trade environments while ensuring goods move compliantly and efficiently across borders?

Based in Johannesburg, our Trade Compliance Specialist plays a key role in ensuring compliance with customs, trade, and export control regulations across South Africa. Working closely with internal stakeholders, customs authorities, freight forwarders, and clearing agents, you'll drive the compliant and efficient movement of goods while providing expert guidance on customs processes, tariff classification, export controls, and import regulations.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where operational excellence meets regulatory expertise, this is an opportunity to make a real impact!

The impact you’ll make:

• Manage operational activities related to customs and Export Control
• Act as a helpdesk for internal customs inquiries and provides functional support for Customs (system) internal and external
• Arrange customs clearance for imports and exports
• Facilitate weekly import meetings with internal stakeholders and clearing agents, to coordinate upcoming imports and identify risks or challenges
• Check the correctness of all shipping documents e.g. BOL, AWB Invoice
• Monitor and audit import and export customs entries for accuracy as part of an internal audit program, e.g. tariff codes, exchange rates, VDN compliance, customs value, Incoterms, etc.
• Identify duty-saving opportunities and strategically leverage Free Trade Agreements, duty drawback schemes, and cost-saving opportunities to improve the bottom line
• Participate in customs audits and support in projects
• Maintain and update Export Control master data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations
• Support inbound and outbound activities of the DC

The skills and knowledge you’ll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant departments
• 3 years of experience in in Customs, Trade Compliance, and Import/Export Operations
• Strong knowledge of customs processes and international trade flows, covering the end-to-end movement of physical goods from suppliers to end customers
• Solid understanding of Trade Compliance principles, with advanced knowledge of South African customs regulations and import/export requirements
• Ability to prioritize critical issues and drive timely resolution based on business impact
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and build strong relationships across internal and external partners

What we’ll give you in return:

• Competitive base salary | benchmarked against top companies in the local market with a global footprint
• Annual Incentive Program | reflecting your contributions
• Meal & Mobile allowance | ensures a greater flexibility, convenience, and support for individual preferences
• Medical coverage | comprehensive medical aid, Vitality, retirement fund and disability for every employee's peace of mind
• Hybrid working model | effectively combining working from the office & home, depending on team dynamics and personal needs
• Working from abroad | for up to 30 days per year, supporting our many international colleagues as well as travel enthusiasts
• Volunteering Policy | make a difference with encouraged community involvement for up to 5 days per year
• Study assistance program | offers a program for qualifying candidates
• Competitive and progressive leaves of absence | a company commitment to employee well-being and modern workplace trends
• Gym Membership Discount | to support your focus on health and wellbeing
• Product Discounts | on all Versuni products which are sold under the Philips brand and our other brands
• An office that feels like home | easily accessible and modern office location
• Inclusive working culture and family spirit | we embrace our international community & diversity as competitive advantage

Ready to make an impact?

From developing game-changing air fryers to perfecting the art of coffee making, Versuni’s purpose is turning houses into homes — and we’re calling on your talent to bring it to life. Join our global team of 6,000+ passionate individuals, work with world-class brands, and shape the future of home living. We’re ready for you — are you ready for us?