EU Trade Compliance Specialist - Hybrid/Temp

Independent Recruiters; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Recruiters is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist for a temporary full-time position in Rotterdam. The role focuses on managing daily customs operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting internal stakeholders across the EU/UK.

You will interact with Supply Chain, Procurement, Legal, and Product teams on Incoterms, HS classifications, and sanctions, while coordinating with external brokers and optimizing SAP/GTS workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Customs/Trade or related field.
• 2–6 years of experience in customs/trade compliance in a multinational setting.
• Solid knowledge of EU and UK import/export regulations, Incoterms.
• Hands-on experience with SAP and GTS.
• Fluent in English; additional Dutch/German/French a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support Supply Chain, Procurement, Legal, and Product teams on Incoterms, HS classifications, origin rules, and sanctions/embargoes.
• Oversee external brokers and manage AEO/special procedures (IPR, OPR, End Use).
• Execute internal trade compliance control framework and conduct audits.
• Utilize SAP/GTS to optimize trade processes and automate workflows.
• Monitor EU/UK regulations and provide internal awareness training.

Skills

Incoterms

Origin rules

Trade compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Customs/Trade or related field

Tools

SAP

GTS

Job description

Independent Recruiters is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist for a temporary full-time position in Rotterdam. The role focuses on managing daily customs operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting internal stakeholders across the EU/UK.

You will interact with Supply Chain, Procurement, Legal, and Product teams on Incoterms, HS classifications, and sanctions, while coordinating with external brokers and optimizing SAP/GTS workflows.