EMEA Trade Compliance Manager

Nidec Appliance, Commercial and Industrial Motors; Pordenone; On-site; EUR 53,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site canteen

Welfare €250/year

Supplementary healthcare

Pension plan

Job summary

Nidec Appliance, Commercial and Industrial Motors seeks an EMEA Trade Compliance Manager to lead Europe-wide compliance strategy and oversee classification, export controls, and customs processes. The role focuses on minimizing regulatory risk while accelerating time-to-market for new products.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in trade compliance within Europe, fluent English, and relevant certifications. The position offers permanent, full-time employment with competitive benefits in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, International Trade, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive experience in trade compliance, customs, or regulatory affairs, with a strong focus on Europe.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CTP, CTCM, or similar) are advantageous.
• English: Fluent (speaking, writing, reading).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Europe-wide trade compliance strategy, policies, and procedures.
• Advise on tariff classification (HS codes), origin rules, and duty optimization.
• Monitor export controls, sanctions, and license administration across Europe.
• Oversee customs compliance, documentation, valuation, and preferential trade utilization.
• Lead risk assessments, audits, and corrective action plans.
• Develop and deliver training programs on trade compliance requirements.
• Act as liaison with customs authorities, trade associations, and external consultants in Europe.
• Lead digitization initiatives for trade compliance processes and ERP data quality.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law/International Trade/Engineering

Tools

Trade compliance software

ERP integration

Advanced Excel

Data visualization tools

Job description

About Us

We are a leading multinational company specializing in the design and manufacture of electric motors. With a global footprint and a commitment to innovation, we are currently seeking a highly motivated EMEA Trade Compliance Manager.

Mission

Lead and coordinate trade compliance activities across the Europe perimeter to ensure full regulatory alignment, minimize import/export risk, and accelerate time-to-market for new products. Develop, implement, and continuously improve a robust trade compliance program that supports business growth, operational efficiency, and sustainable competitiveness. Foster strong cross-functional partnerships with Supply Chain, Procurement, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Legal, Regulatory Affairs, and Sales teams to embed compliance in daily operations.

Main Responsibilities

• Strategy & Regulatory Alignment: Develop and implement the Europe-wide trade compliance strategy, policies, and procedures. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of EU and country-specific import/export controls, sanctions, dual-use regulations, VAT/GST, origin rules, and customs requirements.
• Classification & Customs Management: Advise on tariff classification (HS codes), preferential origin, and duty optimization opportunities. Ensure all new SKUs generated by technical areas receive an assigned HS code, and audit classification databases for global imports, exports, and returns to eliminate misclassification penalties.
• Export Controls & Sanctions: Monitor and manage export controls, restricted party screening, license and agreement administration, and compliance with EU and national sanctions regimes. Lead internal risk assessments for new products, customers, and markets related to export controls.
• Customs Oversight & Clearance: Oversee customs compliance, import/export documentation, customs reporting, and clearance optimization. Ensure accurate product valuation, origin marking, and maximum utilization of preferential trade agreements.
• Risk Mitigation & Audits: Identify, assess, and mitigate trade compliance risks; design controls, monitoring, and audit programs. Lead internal and external audits related to trade compliance and implement corrective action plans.
• Training & Compliance Culture: Develop and deliver training programs for relevant stakeholders on trade compliance requirements and regulatory updates. Promote a strong culture of compliance across all European operations.
• Stakeholder & Authority Liaison: Act as the main point of contact for customs authorities, trade associations, and external consultants in Europe. Collaborate with global Trade Compliance teams to harmonize policies and share best practices.
• Reporting & Digitization: Establish metrics and dashboards to monitor compliance performance, risk indicators, and remediation status. Lead initiatives to digitize trade compliance processes, automate screening, and optimize data quality in ERP/DEPF systems.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law, International Trade, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in trade compliance, customs, or regulatory affairs, with a strong focus on Europe.
• Certifications: Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CTP, CTCM, or similar) are highly advantageous.
• English: Fluent (speaking, writing, and reading).

Hard Skills

• In-depth expertise in the EU Customs Code, dual-use regulations, sanctions regimes, VAT/GST, tariff engineering, and preferential origin rules.
• End-to-end management of export licenses, end-use checks, and denied party screening.
• Proven track record in customs clearance processes, national authority compliance, and risk/audit remediation.
• Proficiency in trade compliance software, ERP integration, advanced Excel, and data visualization tools.

Soft Skills

• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, lead without authority, and build strong cross-functional partnerships.
• Meticulous attention to detail paired with a pragmatic approach to solving complex regulatory issues.
• Clear and concise communicator capable of translating complex regulatory language into practical guidance and training.
• Uncompromised ethics, strong risk awareness, and absolute discretion in handling sensitive information.

Contractual & Corporate Compensation

• Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time.
• Applied Collective Agreement (CCNL): Metalworking Industry (Metalmeccanica Industria).
• Salary Range (Gross Annual Salary / RAL): €53,000 – €70,000. The starting salary will be commensurate with the actual experience gained and the technical skills assessed during the selection process.

Contractual & Corporate Welfare & Benefits

• Canteen: On-site company canteen
• Contractual Welfare: €250/year to be spent on goods and services.
• Supplementary Healthcare: Health insurance (Fondo Metasalute) fully covered by the company.
• Supplementary Pension: Fondo Cometa, with an additional contribution paid by the company (according to CCNL percentages).
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours (check-in/check-out) and Smart Working arrangements regulated by company agreement.

Workplace

Pordenone (PN)

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