Trade Compliance Operations AP (Executive)

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Objectives of the Position          

• Support BASF group companies to meet all legal and regulatory requirements related to trade compliance.
• Protect BASF’s license to operate by ensuring adherence to Import and export control, sanctions, and screening obligations.

Main Areas of Responsibilities and Key Activities

• Execute trade control related activities for BASF companies to ensure compliance. through SAP module
• Ensure timely review, update and continuous improvement of work documentation such as process descriptions, work instructions to maintain sustainable knowledge retention and process standardization within department.
• Support internal and external audits, including conducting Quality Checks to identify potential improvements and implement preventive measures
• Continuous improvement by leveraging digitalization tools, to enhance operational excellence and process efficiency.
• Execute assigned processes with a consistently high standard of service to effectively meet the growing demands of business operations across relevant regions.
• Effective communication with stakeholders as required in daily operation and timely escalation to leader on critical topics where relevant.
• Execute discussion independently within the team and collaborate for achievement.

Job Requirements (minimum requirement to carry out the work)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Law, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• Background in Chemistry or related science is an added advantage for product-related compliance.

Working Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in trade compliance, country regulations, product regulatory affairs, or product safety and stewardship related to trade compliance.
• Experience in regulatory or compliance functions, supply chain operations, or procurement activities within a multinational environment is preferred.
• Practical experience with import and export processes, including documentation and custom procedures, is an added advantage.

Technical & Professional Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of regulatory controls, import/export requirements, license/permit management, and trade compliance procedures and standards in Asia Pacific countries.
• Proficiency in MS Office application (Excel /Power Point essential)
• Experience with SAP systems in supporting compliance or logistics processes would be beneficial.
• Experience with digital tools and automation technologies (e.g., Excel automation using formulas, pivot table, basic macro) and data visualization tool (e.g., Power BI).
• Good analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail, proactive mindset, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Understanding global trade regulations (e.g. export control, sanctions, restricted party screening) would be an advantage.
• Fluent in English (both written and spoken)

The BASF Service Hub Kuala Lumpur (BASF Asia-Pacific Service Centre Sdn Bhd) is strategically located in the capital city of Malaysia. Since its inception in 2005, the hub has expanded from 130 employees to over 1,300 employees currently and is expected to keep growing. As an ISO 9001:2005 certified organization, the Service Hub Kuala Lumpur is committed to delivering high quality expertise and services in finance, people, supply chain, EHSQ (environment, health, safety, quality), product safety and digital. We take pride in providing our business services to BASF companies and affiliates across 20 markets in the Asia Pacific region and beyond. Moreover, we offer our services in 8 different languages to cater to the diverse needs of our stakeholders. Our focus on competency and technology-driven solutions allows us to consistently deliver exceptional services, thereby contributing to the success of our businesses. BASF also has two other regional hubs located in Berlin, Germany, and Montevideo, Uruguay, which cover the European and American regions.

BASF Service Hub Kuala Lumpur was recognized with nine prestigious awards in 2024, reflecting its commitment to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and empowering workplace. These awards include winning the title of Operational Excellence in HR at the GBS Asia Awards 2024, multiple accolades at the Life at Work Awards 2024, where the hub was recognized as First Runner-up for Workplace Excellence (International Organization) and CEO Champion (International Organization), as well as Second Runner-up for Best International Organization. The hub also won the title for Excellence in Learning Tech Advancement System and a Certificate of Excellence in Talent Management and Leadership at the HRD Awards 2024. Furthermore, the hub secured a Bronze Award for Excellence in Digital Transformation at the HR Excellence Awards 2024 and received a Bronze Award for Human Resources Impact and an Honorary Award for Creative Talent Management Impact at the SSON Impact Awards Asia 2024.

At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. Our ambition: We want to be the preferred chemical company to enable our customers’ green transformation. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Around 112,000 employees in the BASF Group contribute to the success of our customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world. Our portfolio comprises, as core businesses, the segments Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, and Nutrition & Care; our standalone businesses are bundled in the segments Surface Technologies and Agricultural Solutions. BASF generated sales of €65.3 billion in 2024. BASF shares are traded on the stock exchange in Frankfurt (BAS) and as American Depositary Receipts (BASFY) in the United States. Further information at www.basf.com.