Logistics Specialist

What You'll Be Part Of This role covers all aspects of import and export customs clearance and handbook management within HARMAN Automotive. You'll join the Supply Chain team, reporting to the Manager, Supply Chain General, and work closely with Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse, Finance, and external partners to keep import and export operations running smoothly and in full compliance with Thailand customs regulations. How You'll Make An Impact
- Collaborate with Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse, Finance, and internal users to prepare all import and export documents and facilitate on-time shipment declarations.
- Work with external and internal departments to manage inbound and outbound activities in alignment with planning and customer requirements.
- Maintain and update customs data on a daily basis.
- Keep management informed of changes and new implementations in customs regulations.
- Manage handbook balances and ensure timely handbook closure.
- Implement and comply with customs AEO requirements.
- Apply knowledge of Thailand customs regulations and manage BOI-related activities.
- Oversee and manage carriers and third-party logistics providers (3PLs).
- Review monthly invoices from freight forwarders against the global approved rate card, and submit payment applications and invoices to Finance in a timely manner.
- Manage and control daily inbound and outbound operations under Free Zone regulations.
- Manage and control part transfers between Free Zones and from Free Zones to other privilege zones.
- Manage and control Free Zone, local content, and excise submissions.
- Manage Free Trade Agreement (FTA) requirements.
- Implement government reports, including Free Zone semi-annual reports, TISI, and NBTC submissions.
- Oversee inventory management and coordinate audits with customs government authorities.
- Participate in customs and government meetings as required, and coordinate government visits.
- Ensure full compliance with customs regulations and all applicable government requirements.
- Ensure full compliance with customer-specific requirements by integrating customer quality standards into daily operations.
- Ensure full compliance with EHS requirements by implementing and adhering to established policies, procedures, and objectives.
- Complete additional tasks as assigned by the manager.
What Makes You A Strong Fit
- A bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, International Business, Customs Administration, or a related discipline.
- At least 5 years of experience in import-export operations, customs clearance, BOI, Free Zone, or trade compliance in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of Thailand customs regulations, BOI privileges, Free Zone operations, FTA management, and import-export documentation.
- Experience managing customs brokers, freight forwarders, carriers, and government audits.
- Sound understanding of handbook control, inventory reconciliation, HS Code classification, customs valuation, and rules of origin.
- Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Good command of English, both written and spoken.
- We see AI as an important part of how work gets done. While tools may vary, a baseline familiarity with using AI to support efficiency, problem-solving, and quality is expected.
Bonus Points if You Have
- Experience in automotive or electronics manufacturing.
- BOI, Free Zone, or trade compliance project experience.
- SAP ERP knowledge.
- Experience handling TISI, NBTC, DIW, excise, and other government regulatory requirements.
- Experience leading continuous improvement or customs automation initiatives.
Things To Know
- This role is based in Laemchabang, Chonburi, Thailand.
- This role is based at manufacturing site and required to work onsite.
What You Can Expect
- An open working environment with a culture that supports work-life integration.
- Access to employee discounts on world-class products, including JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more.
- Extensive training opportunities through HARMAN University.
- Opportunities to build quality and process management experience and grow within the automotive industry.
- Opportunities to collaborate with talented teams across the world.
- Competitive wellness benefits.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- The "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program.
- Employer contribution to a company pension plan.
- A package of additional benefits.
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports professional and personal development.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.
Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.
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