EMEA Trade Compliance & HS Classification Lead

Canon EMEA; Amstelveen; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Performance-based bonus

31 days annual leave

Pension plan

Bicycle plan

Discount on Canon products

Transport cost reimbursement

Free parking

Onsite gym

Learning and development opportunities

International working environment

Exposure to EMEA stakeholders

Job summary

Canon EMEA in Amstelveen, Netherlands, is seeking a Customs and Trade Compliance specialist to ensure regulatory conformity across the EMEA region. You will act as an SME for HS classifications and customs regulations, supporting warehouses, logistics partners, and business teams.

You will collaborate with authorities and internal teams to optimise processes, manage HS codes, and implement improvements. Fluent English and 3+ years in customs or trade compliance are expected; Dutch is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent level of work experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Customs, Trade Compliance, Customs Brokerage, Logistics Compliance, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of customs regulations, import/export processes, and product classification methodologies.
• Experience classifying products using Harmonized System (HS) codes.
• Experience working with customs authorities, customs brokers, freight forwarders, or logistics service providers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex customs and regulatory information.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience analysing operational or compliance-related data.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload in a dynamic environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert for customs regulations, trade compliance, and product classification across the EMEA region.
• Manage and maintain Harmonized System (HS) classifications for Canon products, ensuring compliance with international customs regulations and company standards.
• Advise internal stakeholders on customs-related topics, including product setup, classification requirements, and regulatory changes.
• Support daily customs operations by providing guidance to logistics providers, brokers, warehouses, and business teams on customs-related questions and issues.
• Monitor customs declarations and duty payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance through reconciliation and validation activities.
• Analyse customs data, reports, and communications from customs authorities to identify potential risks, discrepancies, and opportunities for cost optimisation.
• Collaborate with customs authorities, external brokers, and logistics partners to resolve customs-related matters efficiently and effectively.
• Contribute to business projects and operational initiatives by providing trade compliance expertise and ensuring regulatory requirements are incorporated into project plans.
• Identify opportunities to improve, standardise, and automate customs and trade compliance processes to increase efficiency and reduce risk.
• Support the development and maintenance of trade compliance documentation, procedures, and knowledge resources.
• Work closely with colleagues across Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement, Product Management, and Customer Operations teams.

Job description

Canon EMEA in Amstelveen, Netherlands, is seeking a Customs and Trade Compliance specialist to ensure regulatory conformity across the EMEA region. You will act as an SME for HS classifications and customs regulations, supporting warehouses, logistics partners, and business teams.

You will collaborate with authorities and internal teams to optimise processes, manage HS codes, and implement improvements. Fluent English and 3+ years in customs or trade compliance are expected; Dutch is a plus.