SGS

Conformance Analyst(Mechanical)

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Muntinlupa, Southern Manila District, National Capital Region, PHL

Hybrid

Junior

Information Technology • Professional Services • Security • Consulting

The Role

Reviews import verification files, classifies goods using Harmonized System codes, evaluates declared values, and issues customs-related reports. Audits documentation, file administration, classification, and valuation accuracy; researches technical cases; coordinates with regional and valuation teams; responds to inquiries; monitors pending issues; and prepares technical position papers defending classification or valuation decisions.

Summary Generated by Built In

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognised as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 94,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure correct and timely issuance of the report to be used by the importer in releasing the goods at Customs to facilitate trade transaction.
Assess product and/or exporter risk levels, identification of product essential requirements and following the Business Rules on Import Verification Program (IVP), Harmonized System (HS) classification, import eligibility, country instructions and other related references.
Provide technically appropriate product classification following the HS code system by using all available references submitted by the parties involved.
Evaluate transactions and provides valuation opinion based on valuation methodologies to confirm the correctness of prices being declared by the trade parties.
Assist in providing reports that shall be used at the country of destination.
Liaise with Trade, Valuation, and Inspection Centres to get additional information required during processing of files.
Evaluates the details of the goods presented using product technical expertise and industry experience and verifies whether these goods are eligible for importation under specific contract requirements imposed by Government clients (Country Instructions for each contract).
Provides HS code classification and valuation opinion on the Report based on the Business Rules, SGS database, Valuation Methodologies and other similar or related references.
Identifies files which requires coordination with the responsible Valuation Center based on the country of seller for valuation opinion and price research.
Issues Reports based on Import Verification Program (IVP) Business Rules, Country Instructions, Quality Assurance procedures, performance standards and other similar or related references.
Attends to all other operational concerns regarding Report issuance which needs an extensive product technical background and experienced opinion.
Audits the quality of the information and completeness of the documents and ensures that it is correctly registered in the system.
Audits the file administration, HS code classification and valuation opinion of the Reports to be issued
Provides timely and effective responses to the SGS network in relation to inquiries concerning HS code classification, valuation cases and service request inquiries.
Conducts technical and comprehensive investigation on Reports with HS code classification and valuation
Sends inquiries to the Regional Offices (RO) or Contract Management Offices (CMO) for additional information necessary for the correct issuance of the Report.
Monitors status and follows up pending issues and research cases to ensure faster resolution.
Elevates and discusses cases of non-response status or high risk disputes to Supervisor or Management.
Records all information received through email within the user application system.
Prepares Technical Position Paper in defending HS code classification and/or Valuation Cases based on his/her findings of the case involved and the process involved.
Attends and actively participates in team and company meetings/assemblies
Interacts with other colleagues with similar tasks and skills as his/ hers, in the attainment of the Team objectives
Informs the Management of any violation of the Code of Ethics and commitment to integrity that occurs in the company’s premises
Performs duties or other responsibilities which may be assigned by the Management which is outside the specified job scope

Qualifications

Professional Qualification / Experience / Technical knowledge

University degree
Preferred to have a minimum of 2 years on experience on technical / import / export businesses
REQUIRED SKILLS
Decisive, Assertive and Results Oriented
Familiar with management statistical analysis
Good communication skills
Fluent in English and any other languages are an advantage
Applies judgment and acts according to the SGS standards of ethics and integrity

Skills Required

University degree
Minimum two years of experience in technical, import, or export businesses
Familiarity with management statistical analysis
Good communication skills
Fluency in English
Ability to exercise judgment and follow ethics and integrity standards

SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.

Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.