Global Trade & Customs Manager

Henkel; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work scheme with hybrid work

Global opportunities

Wellbeing standards

Parental leave

Employee Share Plan

Pension Fund

Disability Insurance

Health Insurance discount

Canteen discount

Job summary

Henkel in Amsterdam seeks a Global Trade & Customs Manager to shape and elevate our global Trade & Customs program. You will collaborate with an international team to ensure compliant, efficient, and future-ready trade operations and contribute to strategic initiatives including SAP GTS rollouts.

The role offers exposure to digital transformation, cross-border projects, and close interactions with customs authorities and partners in a multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade.
• 5+ years of experience in trade and customs management within a multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of international customs and trade regulations and global supply chains.
• Fluent in English; Dutch skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with regional Trade & Customs specialists to develop and communicate the global program.
• Drive initiatives to optimize global trade processes for efficiency and compliance.
• Coordinate with third-party customs brokers and freight forwarders for import/export operations.
• Develop and deliver training programs for business partners involved in international trade and customs.
• Build relationships with customs authorities and internal/external stakeholders.
• Develop expertise in SAP GTS and trade compliance and translate regulatory changes into actionable solutions.
• Monitor changes in trade regulations and translate them into practical improvements.

Skills

Global trade

Customs compliance

Stakeholder management

SAP GTS

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Supply Chain/Logistics/International Trade

Tools

SAP GTS

Job description

About this position

Are you passionate about international trade, customs compliance, and driving operational excellence in a global environment? As a Global Trade & Customs Manager, you will play a key role in shaping and advancing our global Trade & Customs program. Working with a highly skilled international team, you will help ensure compliant, efficient, and future-ready trade operations while contributing to strategic initiatives that support our global supply chain.

This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across regions and functions, influence global trade processes, and work on digital transformation initiatives, including SAP GTS rollouts.

What you´ll do

• Collaborate with a team of highly motivated Trade & Customs specialists across different regions to further develop and communicate the global Trade & Customs management program.
• Manage and support initiatives that optimize global trade processes, driving efficiency, compliance, operational excellence, and digitalization.
• Coordinate with third-party customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure smooth, compliant, and efficient import and export operations.
• Develop, maintain, and deliver training programs for business partners involved in international trade and customs activities.
• Build and strengthen relationships with customs authorities, internal stakeholders, and external partners to support business objectives.
• Address complex global trade and customs challenges while continuously developing expertise in SAP GTS and trade compliance.
• Monitor changes in international trade regulations and translate them into practical business solutions and process improvements.

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in trade and customs management within a multinational organization, customs brokerage, or a Big Four consulting or law firm.
• Strong knowledge of international customs and trade regulations, with a solid understanding of global supply chain operations.
• Experience with or strong interest in digital trade solutions; knowledge of SAP GTS is highly desirable.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Dutch is considered an advantage.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across cultures and functions.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, combined with project management experience.
• Well-organized, results-driven, and proactive, with a practical, solution-oriented mindset.
• Proven ability to work effectively in an international, multicultural environment.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Pension Fund
• Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance discount
• Canteen discount