Sr. Global Trade Compliance Manager (m/f/d)

Evident Microscopy; Hamburg; Ibrido; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Flexible working hours

30 days of holiday

13.5 salaries a year

Subsidized meals

Public transport ticket

Bike leasing

Subsidy fitness first gym

Employee Assistance Program

Comprehensive company pension scheme

Joint company events

Descrizione del lavoro

A global microscopy firm based in Hamburg is looking for a Sr. Global Trade Compliance Manager. This leadership role involves overseeing trade compliance operations, managing regional customs teams, and driving strategic insights through data analysis. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in trade compliance, fluent German and English skills, and at least 5-7 years of experience. The company offers modern working conditions, remote work options, and various employee benefits, including flexible hours and a comprehensive pension scheme.

Competenze

• 5-7 years of experience in trade compliance and 2-3 years of managerial responsibility.
• Experience with global export control in EU and US or APAC.
• Experience in an internationally operating company is preferred.

Mansioni

• Drive operational consistency across regions and implement global compliance processes.
• Manage trade and customs operations and engage with regulatory standards.
• Lead the EMEA Trade Compliance & Customs team and conduct performance assessments.

Conoscenze

Knowledge of EU trade compliance

Data analytics and visualization

Project work and process management

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Communication skills

Formazione

University degree in STEM, economics, or supply chain

Strumenti

Customs software (e.g., Descartes, Dakosy, ATLAS)

MS Office

SAP

Descrizione del lavoro

Sr. Global Trade Compliance Manager (m/f/d) – Evident Microscopy

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Evident employs around 4,500 people at a total of 57 locations worldwide. Evident Europe, headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, employs approximately 770 people in 16 countries. The product portfolio includes a wide range of microscope systems used in clinical diagnostics, medical and basic research, as well as in various industrial areas. In addition, Evident offers videoscopes, products for non‑destructive testing techniques and for X‑ray fluorescence analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide disciplinary leadership for the EMEA Trade Compliance & Customs team, including performance assessment, skills development, and continuous qualification of team members.
• Responsible for managing trade and customs operations, including regulatory engagement, regional standards, and continuous improvement of compliance controls.
• Represent the company as a primary point of contact in overseeing German trade law audits and investigations to communicate and confirm adherence to regulatory standards.
• Lead the global classification program functioning as a GTC Center of Excellence, ensuring accurate import and export classifications in compliance with regulations.
• Foster global alignment by partnering with regional GTC Centers of Excellence to facilitate trade compliance activities, provide expert guidance, and promote consistent standards and best practices across all regions.
• Own the Evident import/export management system, driving process excellence through the implementation of robust internal controls, strategic partner management, risk mitigation, and comprehensive training programs to ensure full compliance with legal requirements.
• Drive operational consistency across regions through the development and implementation of standardized global import and export compliance processes.
• Partner with regional supply chain and commercial leadership to architect compliant, scalable cross‑border logistics solutions that support business continuity and growth.
• Maintain a consistent information flow by participating in GTC team meetings and training, channeling communications and training to regional staff, and following established escalation procedures for issues requiring GTC input.
• Collaborate with the GTC team to identify opportunities to enhance the global implementation of automated GTC tools and systems.

Requirements

• University degree in STEM field, economics or supply chain or expert knowledge proven by experience in the respective field.
• Minimum of 5‑7 years of experience in trade compliance (export control and customs) and 2‑3 years of managerial responsibility.
• Experience with global export control in EU and US or APAC.
• Experience in an internationally operating company is preferred.
• Ability to synthesize complex data sets and deliver strategic insights through advanced analytics and data visualization tools.
• Fluent knowledge of German and English.
• Experience in project work and process management.
• Very good knowledge of EU trade compliance (export control and customs), preference and excise law.
• Knowledge of customs software (e.g., Descartes, Dakosy and ATLAS).
• Confident handling of MS Office programs and SAP.
• Possess strong self‑reliance, initiative, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Chinese or Japanese a plus.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours, 50% remote work possible.
• 30 days of holiday per year.
• 13.5 salaries a year.
• Modern office and inspiring working environment.
• Subsidized meals in the neighborhood of our office (Stadtküche).
• Public transport ticket (100% subsidized) or free parking space.
• Bike leasing.
• Subsidy fitness first gym.
• Employee Assistance Program to support your health, mental and emotional well‑being.
• Comprehensive company pension scheme.
• Joint company events and activities.

Evident Europe GmbH is an equal opportunities employer and we look forward to receiving your application.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing