Trade Compliance Duty Manager

Role Overview

Trade Compliance Duty Manager at Lucid Motors, based in Saudi Arabia. The role oversees all activities related to customs duty management, including duty exemption programs, import/export control, and customs compliance to ensure goods move in and out of the Kingdom in compliance with local and international regulations while maximizing cost efficiency.

Company Overview

Lucid creates exceptional mobility experiences through innovation. Built on proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, Lucid designs and builds award-winning vehicles including Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity. The company achieves this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across global offices and manufacturing facilities. Teams are united by a shared commitment to excellence.

Role Purpose

The Duty and Compliance Manager leads all customs duty management activities and oversees a team responsible for managing compliance with various local regulators. The role ensures accurate documentation, liaisons with government authorities, and safeguards the organization from compliance risks through strong leadership, technical expertise in trade compliance, and excellent stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities

Duty Exemption Management

• Lead and manage the company's customs duty exemption programs, ensuring eligibility, approvals, and renewals are maintained.
• Oversee submission and follow-up of duty exemption requests with governmental entities.
• Monitor compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations and ensure accurate reporting for duty-exempt transactions.
• Identify opportunities to optimize costs through proper duty exemption utilization.

Import & Export Control

• Oversee import/export compliance operations, including HS classification, valuation, and licensing requirements.
• Manage and monitor import/export licenses, permits, and special authorizations.
• Ensure accurate documentation for customs clearance including invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin.
• Implement and enforce internal controls for import/export processes to mitigate regulatory risks.
• Conduct restricted party screenings and end-use/end-user checks for controlled exports.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure 100% compliance with Saudi Customs, GAZT/ZATCA, SFDA, SASO, and international trade regulations.
• Develop, implement, and update policies and procedures related to duty exemption and trade compliance.
• Conduct periodic internal audits and prepare for external government audits.
• Investigate and report suspected violations of customs or trade regulations, ensuring corrective actions.
• Maintain centralized recordkeeping for all import/export and duty exemption activities.

Stakeholder & Team Management

• Lead, train, and supervise the Duty Compliance team.
• Collaborate with supply chain, procurement, finance, and legal teams to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Build and maintain relationships with customs authorities, free zone authorities, and service providers.
• Provide training and awareness sessions to employees on customs duty exemption and import/export controls.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, International Business, Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or Law.
• 7–10 years of experience in customs and trade compliance.
• At least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Hands-on experience with Saudi Customs' FASAH platform and ZATCA systems.
• Knowledge of SASO/SABER and SFDA conformity programs preferred.
• Professional certifications in trade compliance are a strong plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Saudi Customs procedures, GCC customs laws, and international trade regulations.
• Expertise in duty exemption policies and their application to industrial/manufacturing projects.
• Advanced knowledge of import/export control, including HS classification, valuation, and free trade agreements.
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong stakeholder management with government authorities and third-party providers.
• Proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle preferred), and trade compliance tools.

Additional Information

Lucid Motors is an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays; paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employees accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid's equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.