Trade Compliance Duty Manager

About Lucid Motors

Lucid Motors focuses on creating mobility experiences through innovation in the automotive sector. The company develops vehicles built on proprietary technology and software-defined architectures, emphasizing a "Compromise Nothing™" approach that integrates performance, sustainability, design, and engineering. Lucid's operations include in-house design, engineering, and production across global offices and manufacturing facilities, with teams from various industries contributing to its objectives.

The Role of Trade Compliance Duty Manager

Lucid Motors is seeking a Trade Compliance Duty Manager for a full-time position in Riyadh. This role involves overseeing all activities related to customs duty management, including duty exemption programs, import/export control, and customs compliance. The manager will ensure goods movement into and out of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia complies with local and international regulations, while optimizing cost efficiency through duty exemption strategies. The position requires 5-10 years of experience, strong leadership, technical expertise in trade compliance, and effective stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage customs duty exemption programs, ensuring eligibility, approvals, and renewals.
• Oversee the 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 for cost optimization through duty exemption utilization.
• Oversee import/export compliance operations, including HS classification, valuation, and licensing.
• Manage and monitor import/export licenses, permits, and special authorizations.
• Ensure accurate documentation for customs clearance, such as 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.
• Ensure 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.
• 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 and Experience

• A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in trade compliance or a related field.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in trade compliance, including duty exemption programs and import/export control.
• Proven leadership abilities to manage and train a compliance team.
• Strong stakeholder management skills for effective collaboration with internal and external entities.
• In-depth understanding of Saudi Customs, GAZT/ZATCA, SFDA, SASO, and international trade regulations.

Compensation and Benefits

Lucid offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program, with awards determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results.