Global trade compliance manager

Habasit is seeking a Global Trade Compliance Manager to establish and support our organization in trade compliance topics. We are looking for a creative, highly proactive individual, with a hands‑on attitude and a problem‑solving mentality.

General Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive global trade compliance framework that aligns Europe and international regulations while advising leadership on risk mitigation, optimizing trade costs, and supporting global business strategies.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, oversee classification, documentation, and audits, and ensure ongoing compliance through proactive monitoring, training, and collaboration across key business functions.
• Develop strategy and establish global trade compliance policy.
• Develop a centralized but adaptable approach to monitoring and implementing regulatory updates across the company’s global footprint.
• Maintain a comprehensive global compliance framework that integrates both EU and International laws.
• Ensure harmonized HTS and ECCN classifications while accounting for country‑specific nuances.
• Advise leadership on trade compliance risks and recommend strategies to mitigate exposure.
• Work closely with supply chain and finance teams to manage duties, tariffs, and trade cost optimization strategies.
• Regularly engage with the respective agencies for licensing, inquiries, and audits.
• Stay ahead of geopolitical developments affecting sanctions, embargoes, and market access.
• Monitor changes in trade regulations and assess their impact on business operations.
• Ensure adherence to denied party screening procedures and embargoed country restrictions.
• Ensure compliance with all import / export documentation, licensing, and customs requirements.
• Manage trade compliance audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Partner with supply chain, procurement, and logistics teams to optimize trade compliance processes and cost efficiency.
• Support global business initiatives by providing expertise on trade regulations and market entry strategies.
• Lead internal compliance assessments and drive continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Trade, Business, or Law Degree, with Master’s degree or professional certifications desired.
• Certification in trade compliance (e.g., Certified Export Specialist, Licensed Customs Broker, CUSECO) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in global trade compliance roles.
• Proficiency in English language is essential, Italian, German is an advantage.
• Deep knowledge of EU and international trade laws.
• Experience working in a multinational corporation with global supply chain operations.
• Experience performing import / export classifications, licensing, and regulatory audits in a multinational company.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess and mitigate compliance risks.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to influence and train internal stakeholders.
• Knowledge of free trade agreements (FTAs) and duty optimization strategies.