BoF Careers ยท 5 months ago
Ralph Lauren International Trade Business Process Lead, NGT
Nutley, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expRalph Lauren Corporation is a global leader in the design and distribution of premium lifestyle products. The International Trade Business Process Lead will design and execute global business processes to ensure compliant and cost-optimized movement of goods across borders, while leading cross-functional teams and ensuring adherence to international trade regulations.
Marketing & Advertising
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
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
Preferred
Experience leading international trade transformation initiatives tied to ERP implementations, especially SAP S/4HANA and SAP GTS
Excellent leadership, communication, and change management skills across matrixed global organizations
Ability to translate policy & strategic directions into process, procedures and instructions
Recognized expertise in apparel, footwear, or lifestyle consumer goods sectors
Company
BoF Careers
BoF Careers connects professionals in fashion, beauty and luxury to The Business of Fashion's global marketplace of over 2,000 opportunities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase