.Job ID: REF5341TDate posted: 25/07/2024Company DescriptionThe IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them. We operate in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand – and have an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region. We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.We also develop, own and operate Shopping Centres that are anchored by IKEA and create walkable communities by including residential, office and other types of real estate in our development plans.We work towards making sustainability a natural part of our everyday work. We are active in our communities, driving and supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women and the environment.Job DescriptionPURPOSE OF THE JOBAs a specialist in the shipping and customs team, contribute to the best possible customer perceived availability by securing the timely import and shipping of goods at the lowest possible cost.Support that IKEA MX complies with all regulations connected to the import, export and shipping of goods through excellent communication and follow up with relevant government agencies, local authorities and vendors/service providers.Responsibilities of the JobShipping operationsResponsible to deliver the best possible goods availability for our customers through accurate, efficient and cost-effective import/shipping processes. Ensure the correct prioritization is in place to support time-sensitive availability for commercial activities.Responsible to ensure that all imported goods have the right documentation, tariff classification, are declared correctly and promptly paid. Ensure all import and export shipments are custom cleared within free given time by the port authority to avoid additional port charges or other unnecessary costs. Follow up on compliance to what is agreed in ISAG contract and support negotiations with port authority and shipping carriers to further minimize costs.Responsible to maximize cost savings available through Free Trade Agreements (FTA), ensuring relevant documentation is submitted according to the conditions specified in the FTA. In cases of deviations, support the follow up with relevant stakeholders to correct deviations and develop competence as needed.Contribute to the work with relevant government agencies and local authorities to secure the most timely and cost-effective import conditions are in place. Contribute to finding the best solution on queries from the local authorities, as well as communicate to relevant stakeholders within the government agencies