Trade Analyst (Fixed Term for 6 months)

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. SGS operates a network of over 2,000 offices and laboratories around the world.

• Ensure correct and timely issuance of the report to be used by the importer in releasing the goods at Customs to facilitate trade transaction.
• Assess product and/or exporter risk levels, identification of product essential requirements and following the Business Rules on Import Verification Program (IVP), Harmonized System (HS) classification, import eligibility, country instructions and other related references.
• Provide technically appropriate product classification following the HS code system by using all available references submitted by the parties involved.
• Evaluate transactions and provides valuation opinion based on valuation methodologies to confirm the correctness of prices being declared by the trade parties.
• Assist in providing reports that shall be used at the country of destination.
• Liaise with Trade, Valuation, and Inspection Centres to get additional information required during processing of files.

• University degree
• Preferred to have a minimum of 2 years on experience on technical / import / export businesses

As part of induction program, shall receive internal training on the following, if not covered in the Educational & Professional Qualifications:

· ISO 9001, ISO 17020 requirements

· Business Rules and Process

· Country Instructions

· Introduction to International Trade and Customs Procedures

· Key Documents

· Final Document Review

· Detailed Goods Description

· Incoterms

· Valuation and Price Verification

· HS Classification

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