Trade Compliance Manager, Supply Chain, EMEIA

UPM; Wrocław; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

UPM is seeking a Trade Compliance Manager, Supply Chain, EMEIA in Poland to lead the Trade Compliance function across EMEIA and develop Poland-based teams. The role emphasizes governance, regulatory expertise, and collaboration with global and regional teams.

The position is located in Poland (Nowa Wieś Wrocławska or Biskupice Podgórne) with a hybrid working model, reporting to the Director, Supply Chain, EMEIA, and occasionally traveling for audits and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• A relevant university degree and/or at least 7 years of experience in Trade Compliance, International Trade, Customs and/or logistics.
• Minimum 3 years of demonstrated practical experience in customs matters.
• Certification in customs legislation from a recognised authority or accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading and developing teams.
• Strong knowledge of customs and international trade regulations, including import/export requirements, tariff classification, customs valuation, origin management and trade documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Customs Clearance and Export teams in Poland.
• Develop team capabilities, including succession planning, and ensuring deputy coverage.
• Own and continuously improve Trade Compliance governance, processes and controls across EMEIA.
• Ensure compliance with customs, export control and international trade regulations across the region.
• Identify, assess and mitigate risks, driving corrective and preventive actions where needed.
• Lead customs audits, internal reviews and interactions with customs authorities, ensuring effective follow-up and compliance.
• Drive simplification, standardization and digitalization of Trade Compliance processes, reporting and master data management.
• Build Trade Compliance awareness and capabilities through training, guidance and knowledge sharing across the global organization.
• Act as a trusted business partner by translating regulatory requirements into practical solutions and fostering collaboration across regional and global teams.

Skills

Trade Compliance

International Trade

Customs matters

Team leadership

Education

University degree

Customs legislation certification

Job description

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils!

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We are looking for a Trade Compliance Manager, Supply Chain, EMEIA to join UPM Adhesive Materials in Poland to lead topics across EMEIA.

Greetings from your future manager

“Welcome to our team! If you enjoy navigating the complexities of Trade Compliance requirements and business risk, this role gives you the opportunity to make a real impact across our organization. You will lead our Trade Compliance function, shape governance and compliance practices, and develop our team in Poland. Together, we will build a proactive, business-oriented function that enables growth, and supports business decisions. Join us!” – Emilia Obuchowska, Director, Supply Chain, EMEIA

What You Will Do

• Lead and develop the Customs Clearance and Export teams in Poland
• Develop team capabilities, including succession planning, and ensuring deputy coverage
• Own and continuously improve Trade Compliance governance, processes and controls across EMEIA
• Ensure compliance with customs, export control and international trade regulations across the region
• Identify, assess and mitigate risks, driving corrective and preventive actions where needed
• Lead customs audits, internal reviews and interactions with customs authorities, ensuring effective follow-up and compliance
• Drive simplification, standardization and digitalization of Trade Compliance processes, reporting and master data management
• Build Trade Compliance awareness and capabilities through training, guidance and knowledge sharing across the global organization
• Act as a trusted business partner by translating regulatory requirements into practical solutions and fostering collaboration across regional and global teams

Who You Are

• You have a relevant university degree and/or at least 7 years of experience in Trade Compliance, International Trade, Customs and/or logistics
• You have minimum 3 years of demonstrated practical experience in customs matters
• You have completed relevant training and have certification in customs legislation from a recognised authority or accredited institution
• You have a minimum of 5 years of experience leading and developing teams
• You have strong knowledge of customs and international trade regulations, including import/export requirements, tariff classification, customs valuation, origin management and trade documentation
• You are able to identify compliance risks and improvement opportunities and translate regulatory requirements into practical business solutions
• You are comfortable working cross-functionally in an international environment and navigating a changing regulatory landscape
• You are open to digitalisation and leveraging AI-powered tools to improve processes and decision-making
• You communicate confidently in English and Polish; knowledge of other languages is considered an asset

This Is What We Offerto You

• A meaningful job:We have an inspiring purpose“We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.
• A caring community:Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and thewell-beingof our colleagues.We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
• Development opportunities:We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-businessorganizationoffering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
• Responsible employer:Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas,from climate changemitigationtoenhancingbiodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

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Additionalinformationabout The Position

This positionis located in Nowa Wieś Wrocławska, Poland or Biskupice Podgórne, Poland. This position offers a hybrid working model, combining remote work from home with regular on-site collaboration.

The position holder will report to Director, Supply Chain, EMEIA.

The position requires occasional travelling.

Country-specific information

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UPM business information

UPM Adhesive Materials provides high-performance, innovative self-adhesive products, including label materials, graphics solutions, and specialty tapes, as well as reliable services close to customers. We are one of UPM’s fastest-growing global businesses employing around 3,300 professionals. In 2025, our sales reached nearly €1.7 billion($1.95 billion). Read more: adhesivematerials.upm.com

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