Provide advice on customs technical and regulatory requirements in the following areas:  Customs valuation Tariff classification Rules of Origin and origin determination Preferential trade programs e.g. FTA, customs regimes in Asia-Pacific, South Africa and Middle East. Duty-saving opportunities based on local customs privileges and international trade programs Support Regional Customs Manager in developing customs strategy and handling customs technical issues/cases Advise on customs technical data, including but not limited to tariff classification, duty & FTA rate, preferential customs scheme, etc. for special projects or vehicle program studies  Develop and update Database on tariff classification, regulatory and FTA for countries in Asia-Pacific, South Africa and Middle East Coordinate with relevant Ford teams at regional level  Periodic review of customs procedures, related documentation and regulatory requirement for risk management and compliance purpose Explore and identify customs-related cost and duty saving opportunities of Ford operations in the region