Deputy Manger - Trade Compliance

Lucid Motors; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electric vehicle manufacturer in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Deputy Manager – Trade Compliance to oversee all trade compliance operations across the Middle East. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in customs and trade compliance, strong leadership skills, and a thorough understanding of international trade regulations. This role offers opportunities to make a significant impact on supply chain continuity and business growth. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, and equity participation.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Equity program

Vacation

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in customs and trade compliance.
• At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or team lead role.
• Professional certifications in trade compliance or project management are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Trade Compliance team.
• Serve as the regional subject matter expert for international trade compliance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain trade compliance policies.

Skills

Expert knowledge of international trade regulations

Strong understanding of global logistics processes

Advanced knowledge of Incoterms

Proven leadership and team management skills

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, International Business, Law or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

The Deputy Manager – Trade Compliance will oversee all trade compliance operations across the Middle East region, ensuring full compliance with regulations while supporting business growth and supply chain continuity. This role requires a highly motivated leader with strong analytical, regulatory, and problem‑solving skills, capable of building robust compliance frameworks and managing cross‑functional and external stakeholder relationships. The Manager will lead the Trade Compliance team, act as the subject matter expert on customs and trade regulations, drive process improvements, and ensure operational excellence in compliance across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Trade Compliance team, ensuring knowledge transfer, training, and performance excellence.
• Serve as the regional subject matter expert (SME) for international trade compliance, advising senior leadership on risks, opportunities, and regulatory changes.
• Develop, implement, and maintain trade compliance policies, procedures, and standards in alignment with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Establish a governance model for monitoring and reporting compliance risks, breaches, and corrective actions.
• Drive cross‑functional collaboration with Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, and Legal to ensure seamless trade compliance integration.
• Oversee and approve complex import/export requests, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to supply chain operations.
• Ensure accurate classification of goods, valuation, origin determination, and compliance with applicable international trade regulations.
• Oversee restricted party screening processes, license management, and permits with government authorities.
• Manage and strengthen relationships with local customs authorities, brokers, and service providers.
• Supervise centralized compliance recordkeeping and reporting systems.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for trade compliance activities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead internal audits and prepare for external regulatory inspections.
• Anticipate regulatory changes and assess their impact on operations, recommending strategies to mitigate risk.
• Lead investigations into suspected or actual violations, report findings, and develop corrective/preventive action plans.
• Identify and close process gaps, implementing continuous improvement initiatives across trade compliance operations.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to employees, business units, and suppliers.

Skills

• Expert knowledge of international trade regulations, customs laws, and export controls in the Middle East and globally.
• Strong understanding of global logistics processes (air, road, and ocean).
• Advanced knowledge of Incoterms, customs valuation, tariff classification, and free trade agreements.
• Proven leadership and team management skills with ability to mentor and develop staff.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with both internal stakeholders and government authorities. Strong analytical and risk management capabilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle preferred), and trade compliance software/tools.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, International Business, Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering or Law.
• 7–10 years of experience in customs and trade compliance.
• At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or team lead role.
• Experience managing ERP transformation projects and continuous improvement programs.
• Professional certifications in trade compliance or project management (PMP, Six Sigma, Lean) are highly desirable.

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity – we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Additional Compensation and Benefits

Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)