Job Description

Manage end-to-end import and export operations for our manufacturing site, ensuring compliance with customs regulations, trade requirements, and company policies.

This role is responsible for coordinating inbound and outbound shipments, working closely with customs authorities, government agencies, logistics providers, and cross-functional teams to ensure materials and products are delivered efficiently while maintaining regulatory compliance. The position also supports import/export planning, documentation control, customs reporting, and continuous improvement of trade compliance processes

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end import and export activities for raw materials, machinery, spare parts, consumables, and finished goods in compliance with Vietnamese customs regulations and company policies.
• Prepare, review, and maintain import/export documentation, customs declarations, Certificates of Origin (C/O), licenses, permits, and other required trade documents.
• Coordinate closely with Customs, Industrial Park authorities, government agencies, freight forwarders, logistics providers, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth customs clearance and shipment execution.
• Monitor import and export plans to ensure shipments are executed accurately, on time, and aligned with production and customer delivery schedules.
• Prepare and submit statutory reports to Customs, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, and other relevant authorities within required deadlines.
• Ensure customs records, inventory records, and import/export reports are accurate and compliant, including reconciliation of discrepancies and tax-related reporting when required.
• Stay up to date with import/export regulations, customs policies, and trade compliance requirements; communicate policy changes and provide guidance to internal teams and business partners.
• Work closely with Planning, Procurement, Production, Warehouse, and Logistics teams to support material availability and ensure efficient supply chain operations.
• Collaborate with freight forwarders to optimize transportation plans, shipping costs, and delivery performance while maintaining compliance with international trade regulations.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve import/export procedures, documentation standards, and compliance processes to enhance operational efficiency and reduce risks.
• Support internal audits, compliance activities, and cross-functional projects related to import/export operations and supply chain improvement.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Trade, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Import-Export, Customs, Trade Compliance, or Logistics within a manufacturing environment.
• Good knowledge of Vietnamese customs regulations, import/export procedures, and international trade documentation.
• Experience working with freight forwarders, customs authorities, and government agencies.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel).
• Good communication skills in both English and Vietnamese.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Chinese language capability is an advantage.

Working Conditions

• Works in standard office/manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to handle stress, proactive thinking, good initiative, and readiness for changes are essential demands at work.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.