Import Classification Manager

Minimum qualifications: • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. • 5 years of experience in an in-house Trade Compliance role or other Import classification role, with a focus on Global or APAC region. • Experience working with Harmonized Tariff Schedules including interpretation and application of classification concepts and references (e.g., General Rules of Interpretation, Section, Chapter Notes, Explanatory Notes, Rulings). Preferred qualifications: • Experience in import/export classification for high-tech goods (US EAR, ECCN), with a Customs Broker License. • Experience with Global Trade Management (GTM) systems (e.g., SAP GTS) and data analytics/visualization tools (e.g., Tableau). • Familiarity with international agency requirements, including China CIQ and Singapore Competent Authority (CA) codes. • Excellent investigative and project management skills to grow in a fluid, collaborative, cross-functional environment. • Ability to communicate in Mandarin Chinese fluently as this role requires interactions with the local department or agencies. About the job A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It's your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines. Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems. Responsibilities • Serve as the primary import classification subject matter expert for the APAC region, accurately classifying commodities using local Harmonized Tariff Schedules and providing global support as needed. • Collaborate with global trade compliance teams and other functional leads to ensure seamless operations. • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, customs brokers, and freight forwarders to gather product information and ensure accurate customs declarations. • Develop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all regional classification processes to ensure consistency and efficiency. • Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to verify compliance with trade regulations and identify opportunities to strengthen controls.