Logistics Operations Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Trade Compliance Consultant to manage complex operations within the EMEA region. This pivotal role requires a subject matter expert to provide guidance on international trade flows and to optimize operational processes. The ideal candidate will excel in a matrix organization, demonstrating strong leadership, analytical skills, and a proven ability to engage with senior stakeholders effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in trade compliance or relevant fields, particularly with EMEA operations.
• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance in trade compliance focusing on international trade flows.
• Manage and lead operational projects across EMEA, applying strong independent judgment.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiency in trade compliance management.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Mindset

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Financial Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Trade, or related field

Advanced degree or certification (e.g., CCS, CAMS)

Job description

Job Description

The Consultant is a subject matter expert in the functional area of Trade Compliance, focusing on international trade flows and import/export documentation and brokerage activities. This role requires strong leadership skills and a process-oriented mindset to manage complex operations within the EMEA region effectively.

• Subject Matter Expertise: Provide expert guidance within trade compliance, focusing on international trade flows, import/export documentation, and brokerage activities.
• Complex Operations Management: Manage and lead complex operational projects across EMEA in a matrix organization, demonstrating high independent judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Process Excellence: Champion process and drive excellence, effectively managing complexity and changes in operational processes.
• Customer-Focused Collaboration: Foster an end-to-end, customer-focused mindset, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including 3PLs, CCAs, customs, and governmental authorities through influence-based leadership.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for operational efficiency, driving best practices in trade compliance management to enhance overall value for Johnson & Johnson.
• Financial Acumen: Apply strong financial management and budgeting skills to influence trade compliance strategies and outcomes.
• Results : Demonstrate a proven track record of delivering on key strategic initiatives within trade compliance.
• Analytical Mindset: Employ a process-oriented and analytical approach to assess process flow analytics, where lean certification is considered an asset.
• Project and Change Management: Exhibit strong project management and change management skills, ensuring smooth transitions and implementations of trade compliance initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Trade, or a related field. Advanced degree or certification (e.g., CCS, CAMS) is a plus.
• Experience: Experience in trade compliance or relevant fields, with focus on EMEA operations.
• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, comfortable engaging with senior-level stakeholders.
• Proven ability in stakeholder management and influence-based leadership.