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About the company:
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.
As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Role Summary:
Working closely with the Global Trade and Trade Compliance team, you are responsible for developing, leading and executing the trade compliance and indirect tax strategy and operations for Rivian in the EMEA region.
As Rivian expands business operations across the EMEA Region, this role will be required to actively administer the creation, development and implementation of Rivian’s customs/VAT/international indirect tax systems that provide a sustainable and tax efficient environment for Rivian to distribute and sell its vehicles and products.
Responsibilities:
- Develops and implements Rivian’s EMEA customs and indirect tax strategy to deliver sustainable value.
- Partners with the business to develop successful long-term strategic relationships by building awareness, providing training and advising on operations and transactions to achieve shared organizational objectives.
- Develops and manages an EMEA Indirect Tax and Trade team, with responsibilities including but not limited to: VAT compliance filings, Intrastat filings, Valuation, Country of Origin, Free Trade Agreements, Entry Audits, Bonded Warehouse, Export Controls, Metrics, EU Favorable Customs Procedures (e.g., AEO, PCC, CFSP), Desk Procedures, Broker Management and Training Development/Delivery;
- Establishes an indirect tax customs risk and governance framework, optimizing the use of technology where appropriate and striving for continuous improvement.
- Leads tax and trade controversy and policy matters, develops and maintains good relationships with tax and customs authorities, as well as all internal/external stakeholders.
- Reviews new EMEA tax and customs legislation and advises on implications, ensuring updates of ERP systems, manuals and policies and updates relevant stakeholders.
- Executes corporate trade compliance programs including compliance manuals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs);
- As a member of the Tax and Trade leadership team, contributes actively to the organizational development of the tax and customs functions, coaches and develops team members.
Requirements:
- Strong customs and indirect tax expertise (excellence in European customs and VAT, good understanding in other jurisdictions, incl. US)
- 10+ years of experience – Industry experience preferred ideally at a medium to large manufacturing company with a diverse global business, with automotive experience a bonus.
- Relevant BA/BS degree required
- Knowledge of export control regulations and control procedures
- Ability to communicate effectively to employees and management of all levels and functions within the organization
- Displays strong business acumen, analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
- Highly organized; ability to think, prioritize and perform strategically in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment;
- Experience with establishing customs and VAT programs and governance framework
- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal), collaboration and negotiation skills (both internally and with external government bodies)
- Experience with Integration Point software and SAP ERP is a plus.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [email protected].
Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
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