WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
The Manager, Customs & Trade, India will report directly to the Senior Manager Operations, India. This individual will collaborate closely with passionate internal colleagues across cross-functional teams such as Global customs & trade, Legal, GPA – Government and public affairs, Origin Strategy, Finance, Sales, Merch, Product supply chain and Marketplace Supply Chain teams. Externally, this role maintains close contact with customs and government officials, Customs broker, Consolidators and Legal consultants.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for an experienced Customs & Trade Manager to join Nike India's Operations team, reporting to the Senior Manager, Operations – India. This individual is responsible for ensuring the compliant, productive, and uninterrupted flow of products into India by leading customs and trade operations, managing regulatory risks, and driving trade compliance excellence. The ideal candidate is a strategic and results-oriented leader with deep expertise in Indian Customs regulations, International Trade Compliance,
Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), CAROTAR, BIS requirements, and regulatory governance. They will lead import operations, partner closely with local, regional, and global stakeholders, and engage with customs authorities, consultants, and service providers to enable seamless product movement while protecting Nike's reputation and business interests.
This individual thrives in a fast-paced environment, operates independently, solves complex challenges, influences cross-functional stakeholders, and continuously improves processes, controls, and compliance frameworks.
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, International Trade, Business, Law, or a related field, with 8–10 years of experience in Customs, Trade Compliance, or International Trade.
Strong expertise in Indian Customs regulations, FTAs, CAROTAR, BIS, and Trade Compliance frameworks.
Proven experience leading teams and influencing stakeholders across a highly
📌 Manager, Customs (India)
🏢 Nike
📍 India