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Ralph Lauren · 2 hours ago

International Trade Business Process Lead, NGT

Nutley, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Ralph Lauren Corporation is a global leader in premium lifestyle products, and they are seeking an International Trade Business Process Lead. This role involves designing and executing global business processes to ensure compliant and cost-optimized movement of goods across borders, while leading cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with trade regulations.

Apparel & Fashion

Responsibilities

Be a leader in the design and implementation of the to-be target operating model for international trade processes leveraging SAP S/4 Hana and edge applications

Represent international trade compliance and operations aspects of program globally and work across regions to ensure requirements are accounted for, bring in regional experts when necessary

Drive adoption of industry best practices, pre-configured industry standards and other tools delivered as part of the NGT ERP+ transformation powered by SAP S/4 Hana

Coordinate cross-functional partnerships among the Tax, FP&A, Trade Compliance, Legal Transport teams to ensure the analysis, adoption and utilization of the appropriate customs valuation methodology, inter-company transfer pricing in all RL-regional markets

Ensure compliance with all applicable import/export laws, regulations, and trade sanctions (e.g., EAR, ITAR, OFAC, CBP, EU regulations)

Optimize trade classification processes (HTS, ECCN), licensing, valuation, and origin management

Maintain and enforce a robust global trade compliance program, including policies, procedures, and internal controls

Facilitate process & system alignment for cross-border logistics and customs clearance processes

Manage trade preference visibility through global processes, language, attribute set & discipline

Ensure system alignment and regulatory compliance for business processes and outputs related to import/export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and certificates of origin

Leverage trade compliance software (e.g., SAP GTS, Descartes) for automation and accuracy

Awareness of global trade regulations and communication implications to key stakeholders

Qualification

International trade complianceCustoms regulationsSAP S/4 HanaGlobal trade systemsLeadership in global teamsFree trade agreementsImport/export requirementsInternational shipping proceduresChange management skillsProcess translationConsumer goodsCommunication skills

Required

Many years experience in international trade compliance, customs global, or global logistics

Proven leadership in managing global trade compliance programs and building cross-regional teams

Deep understanding of product classification, global trade regulations, customs requirements, free trade agreements, import/export requirements and international shipping procedures and documentation at a global fashion or consumer goods company

Applied experience across North America, Europe and Asia markets

Experience with global trade systems (e.g., SAP GTS, Descartes, etc)

Certifications in International Trade & Trade Compliance preferred

Bachelor's degree in International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Law; Master's degree a plus