Europe Trade Compliance Manager (m / f / d)

Hach; Essen; Remote; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a Trade Compliance Manager to lead their European Trade Compliance efforts. This pivotal role involves overseeing compliance with EU and US export control laws, managing a dedicated team, and acting as the Export Control Officer. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high-volume import/export environments and a strong grasp of customs procedures. Join a dynamic organization that values its people and promotes continuous improvement, offering excellent career development opportunities in a stimulating environment focused on safeguarding vital resources.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Career development opportunities

Family-friendly organization

Continuous improvement culture

Qualifikationen

• Experience in high-volume import/export environments within MNCs.
• Extensive knowledge of customs tariffs and VAT assessment.

Aufgaben

• Lead the Trade Compliance department and ensure adherence to laws.
• Serve as Export Control Officer and oversee compliance processes.
• Conduct internal training on export control topics.

Kenntnisse

EU export control laws

US export control laws

customs procedures

stakeholder engagement

team management

German language proficiency

English language proficiency

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Certifications in Trade Compliance

Jobbeschreibung

A great opportunity to lead European Trade Compliance for a dynamic, multi-$bn global instrumentation & technology company that protects water quality around the world.

This role is suitable for an experienced regional or global Trade Compliance Manager who has worked in large, complex MNC organizations and is seeking to develop their career in a challenging and meaningful environment.

The Opportunity

Hach ( www.hach.com ) is a leading global B2B provider of instruments and sensors that make water analysis faster, simpler, greener, and more informative.

Based remotely anywhere in Germany and reporting to the Sr. Director, Global Transportation, Logistics & Trade Compliance, the Trade Compliance Manager will oversee European Trade Compliance and serve as the organization's Export Control Officer.

With a significant flow of imported components and exported products, Hach’s Berlin manufacturing operation is critical for ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products worldwide. The Trade Compliance Manager will lead a small team and act as a Subject Matter Expert, providing guidance and support for the business.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Lead and manage the Trade Compliance department, ensuring technical and personnel excellence.
2. Serve as the company's Export Control Officer, taking responsibility for compliance.
3. Handle applications for export licenses (dual use) and provide information on the goods list.
4. Ensure adherence to German export control laws and the PIC Agreement (Rotterdam Agreement).
5. Oversee compliance with US export control laws and monitor EU and US sanctions and embargoes.
6. Maintain up-to-date customs authorizations (authorized exporter, approved exporter, deferred payment, and AEO-F).
7. Act as the main contact for the customs office during foreign trade and import audits.
8. Process and review import declarations, including tax assessments.
9. Possess in-depth knowledge of customs tariffs for goods classification and VAT assessment within the EU.
10. Perform origin calculations for large projects.
11. Develop work instructions for the Trade Compliance area.
12. Use key performance indicators to monitor and improve Trade Compliance processes.
13. Foster employee engagement and development through regular P4G discussions.
14. Conduct internal training on customs-related export control topics, including AEO requirements.

Hach promotes a culture of continuous improvement and offers a stimulating engineering environment with excellent career development opportunities.

The Ideal Candidate :

1. Regional or global Trade Compliance Manager with experience in high-volume import/export environments within MNCs.
2. Extensive knowledge of EU and US export control laws, customs procedures, and personnel management experience.
3. A leader capable of developing exceptional teams and managing risk pragmatically.
4. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, fluent in English and at least advanced German.
5. Regularly participates in seminars on customs and import/export control topics.

About Hach

At Hach ( https://www.hach.com/about-us ), we ensure water quality for people worldwide. Join a flexible, family-friendly organization that values its people and the environment. With approximately 5,000 employees globally, Hach is part of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a family of companies dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food, medicine, and essential goods.

Joining Veralto means becoming part of a unique culture where purpose meets possibility—your work has a tangible impact on vital resources, and you have opportunities to grow your skills and career. Together, we are Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources—and building rewarding careers.