Export Control Compliance Lead: Global & Saudi

Lenovo; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lenovo Saudi Arabia is seeking an Export Control Specialist to ensure all export, re‑export, and transfer activities comply with Saudi Arabia regulations and international trade laws. You will lead the compliance program, translate laws into business practices, and manage classification, licensing, and audits.

The role requires strong knowledge of Saudi export/import rules, ITAR/EAR, and global control regimes, with experience in SAP and related platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or Law.
• 4–7 years of experience in customs and trade compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi export/import laws, ZATCA procedures, FASAH, and international control regimes (ITAR/EAR, UK/EU).

Responsibilities

• Ensure all export transactions comply with Saudi and international export control laws and regulations.
• Prepare, manage, and maintain export licenses, authorizations, and permits for controlled goods and technologies.
• Classify items and technologies using ECCN/HS codes and keep accurate export control records.
• Review commercial invoices, shipping documents, and end-use statements for compliance.
• Maintain export documentation according to record-keeping requirements.
• Report and investigate suspected export control breaches, escalating as needed.
• Conduct due diligence and restricted party screening against relevant sanctions lists.
• Implement and support internal export control policies, audits, and advise on classification to prevent unauthorized exports.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional coordination

Languages: EN/AR

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

SAP trade modules

FASAH/SABER platforms

HS classification

Job description

Lenovo Saudi Arabia is seeking an Export Control Specialist to ensure all export, re‑export, and transfer activities comply with Saudi Arabia regulations and international trade laws. You will lead the compliance program, translate laws into business practices, and manage classification, licensing, and audits.

The role requires strong knowledge of Saudi export/import rules, ITAR/EAR, and global control regimes, with experience in SAP and related platforms.