Head of Customs, APAC

At Continental, we are building a world class customs organization on group level. As Head of Customs APAC you will be a key contributor to the development and execution of Continental`s customs strategies in the Asia-Pacific region. While safeguarding the necessary level of compliance, you focus on introducing new ways of working and measures transforming the Customs setup in the APAC region into a trusted and proactive function adding value to the business. You will therefore

• Build, manage and lead the regional Group Customs team responsible for the entire APAC region

• Identify and communicate customs related risks and opportunities to the Head of Global Customs & Excise, your peers in the Group Customs team and other senior stakeholders around the globe

• Work with your team and the entire customs community in Continental on the development, rollout and maintenance of a customs governance framework, i.e. processes and procedures that ensure consistency, efficiency and sustainability in the area of customs compliance in the region and beyond

• Together with your team you develop and conduct customs specific training as required by legislation and authorities

• Implement measures fostering the performance and level of compliance provided by local/regional operational teams, shared service centers and third party service providers

• Work on customs related requests including timely, accurate and detailed work plans, resource schedules, project estimates and status reports.

• Develop and maintain working relationships with regional customs authorities where appropriate as well as with all other regulatory authorities to carry out company business

• Provide regional strategy, advice and support regarding special customs procedures/programs that may reduce duty obligations

• Coordinate with Group Customs leads and other internal stakeholders on any customs related topic of importance • Prepare assessments and reports as required by management

• Monitor legal developments and conduct impact assessments

• Participate in customs audits where necessary

• Represent Continental on trade related government consultations and in industry associations in the APAC region

• University degree within business/finance/informatics or an interdisciplinary education, such as international business law or business informatics.

• You have had at least 7 years corporate experience within customs/taxes/controlling or finance or have been working for a multinational business advisory company in the area of customs for at least 5 years.

• Experience in leading multinational expert teams both locally and remotely desired.

• You demonstrate a high degree of social competence, including good communication skills, openness, a cooperative leadership and working style and a distinct ability to work with and lead people across cultures and countries.

• You are a “self-starter” showing a high degree of motivation and initiative by setting your own expectations and goals.

• You have experience with ERP systems and Global Trade Management (GTM) applications like SAP GTS, MIC Cust or similar.

• You can proof a track record leading projects across functions.

• Fluent English both in speaking and writing.

• You prefer a team-oriented way of working and show high assertiveness

Ready to take your career to the next level and join us at the start of something extraordinary? Apply now to become a part of AUMOVIO and drive the future mobility together with us!

Continental’s Automotive group sector is expected to be listed as independent company “AUMOVIO” in September 2025. With ~93,000 employees worldwide and annual sales of ~€20 billion, we are entering an exciting new era.

AUMOVIO stands for highly developed electronic products and modern mobility solutions. In addition to its strong market position with innovative sensor solutions, displays, and technologically leading braking and comfort systems, AUMOVIO has significant expertise in software, architecture platforms and assistance systems for the rapidly growing future market of software-defined and autonomous vehicles. Our purpose is clear: to make future mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous.