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Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.\nPurpose\nThe Customs Master Data Lead is responsible for ensuring that customs classification and origin information is accurate for global regions, timely, consistent, and compliant with Volvo requirements, applicable customs regulations, and related trade rules. This role contributes to transformation of classification process with improved data quality, strengthened master data governance, and effective end-to-end control of customs master data operations, including but not limited to Custom Audits management, Post entry audits and relevant broker performance.\nThe position also entails the need for automation, analysis and digitalization of classification processes using automation tools, data management practices, and data lake capabilities with respect to industry evolution and future digital goals. This role will primarily support India import and export classification while interfacing with EU and other international regions as required.\nWhat you will do\nAt Volvo Group, you will play a critical role in strengthening customs compliance and enabling data-driven trade operations across India and global interfaces. You will:\nOwn end-to-end customs master data governance (HS classification, Origin, Export Control, FTA) for India, Indonesia & Australia imports and exports\nEnsure accurate, compliant, and timely classification and country of origin determination aligned with regulatory and internal requirements\nDrive data quality excellence through structured process controls, KPI tracking, and planned master data audits\nLead root-cause analysis followed by corrective actions for classification deviations, missing data, and compliance gaps\nPartner with brokers and stakeholders to ensure robust customs execution and master data integrity across the supply chain\nIdentify and implement duty optimization, FTA utilization, and origin strategy opportunities\nSupport customs audits, investigations, and regulatory monitoring (Customs, DGFT, etc.)\nPresent key business impacts via Power BI dashboard quarterly due to classification deviations, audits, FTA benefits to Business Areas and Group Finance.\nLead automation and digitalization of classification process, leveraging tools, data lakes, and analytics to scale classification processes\nLead export classification process development for the upcoming export projects for Volvo group.\nContribute to global master data strategy, collaborating with international teams (EU and others)\nCooperate closely with Customs Developers, Customs Compliance Managers, and Export Control Managers to identify opportunities to develop and implement master data processes within India and internationally.\nThis role is not just operational-it is strategic, data-driven, and transformation-focused, enabling next-generation customs compliance.\nYour future team\nYou will be part of the India Customs & Trade team, working closely with classification experts, compliance managers, and digital/automation stakeholders.\nThe team operates in a high-performance, cross-functional environment, collaborating with supply chain, IT, brokers, and global Volvo entities to drive standardization, compliance, and digital transformation\nEssential requirements\nDo you combine deep customs expertise with a digital and analytical mindset? Are you proactive, structured, and comfortable driving change? In this role, you will bring:\nEssential requirements\nStrong expertise in customs tariff classification, origin rules, and export control frameworks\nProven experience in customs master data management and governance (HS/ECCN/CoO/FTA)\nHands-on experience in data analysis and representation, root-cause problem solving, and compliance risk management\nExposure to developing and leading automation tools, digital workflows, or master data platforms\nVery strong communication skills lead to clarity of Data Classification and its impact on the business areas.\nStrong ability to work independently, influence stakeholders, and drive improvements across functions\nMust have\nBachelor’s degree in supply chain Logistics, International Trade, Engineering, or related field\nFormal training in the area and/or 5+ years’ experience related to Customs Master Data\nCertification in HS classification or customs declarant licensing\nPreferably from Automotive OEM organizations or part of HSN Digitalization/ Automation / AI Organization.\nExperience in bonded warehouse / FTZ / MOOWR or similar duty optimization structures\nExposure to Power BI, Automate, data lake environments, Power BI, SQL, or analytics tools\nExperience with classification automation or large-scale digital transformation programs\nKnowledge of Classification system: MIC , C4V or SAP platforms like Descartes GDM/MIC\nPersonal capabilities & mindset\nStrong analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail\nExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills across financial/ Logistics functions and geographies\nProactive, self-driven, and improvement-oriented attitude\nAbility to lead and build strong networks and collaborate cross-functionally\nComfort working in a data-driven, digital, and evolving regulatory environment\nWhat’s in it for you?\nWe offer competitive compensation and benefits package, along with:\nOpportunity to lead high-impact customs transformation initiatives in India\nExposure to global trade operations and cross-region collaboration (EU & international)\nA role at the intersection of compliance, automation, and analytics\nContinuous learning in FTAs, digitalization, and regulatory evolution collaborative, inclusive culture focused on innovation and accountability\nCareer growth opportunities across global supply chain and trade functions\nReady for the next move?\nIf you are ready to shape the future of customs compliance through data, automation, and strategic thinking, we would love to hear from you.\nWe value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.\nWho we are and what we believe in\nWe are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.\nApplying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.\nTrucks Technology & Industrial Division hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need.\nJoin us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. 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