Trade Compliance Manager (m/f/d)

Location: Remote (Germany)

Salary: Competitive

Company Summary

An industry-leading global manufacturer is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Trade Compliance Manager to join their team remotely in Germany. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of trade compliance activities within a complex international supply chain environment, ensuring adherence to global regulations and supporting seamless cross-border operations.

This role requires a proactive professional with deep regulatory knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across global teams. You will play a key role in mitigating compliance risks and driving best practices in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.

About the Role

As the Trade Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with international trade regulations across the EMEA region. Reporting to the Global Head of Trade Compliance (US), you will act as a senior individual contributor, providing expert guidance on customs, export controls, and trade compliance processes.

This position offers the opportunity to shape compliance strategies, implement robust processes, and work closely with global stakeholders to maintain operational excellence.

The Trade Compliance Manager will be responsible for:

• Ensure compliance with all applicable international trade laws, regulations, and internal company policies.
• Manage product classification (HTS, ECCN) and maintain accurate import/export documentation for all shipments.
• Oversee customs clearance processes, ensuring timely and compliant movement of goods across borders.
• Develop and implement trade compliance programs, policies, and procedures to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory adherence.
• Conduct internal audits and risk assessments, identifying gaps and implementing corrective actions.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on trade compliance requirements and best practices.
• Collaborate with global trade compliance teams to align regional practices with global standards and corporate objectives.
• Monitor regulatory changes (EU, German, and international) and assess their impact on business operations, advising leadership on necessary adjustments.
• Support investigations and corrective actions related to trade compliance issues, including root cause analysis and preventive measures.
• Manage relationships with customs authorities, brokers, and external partners to ensure smooth operations and compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging technology and automation to enhance compliance processes.
• Act as a subject matter expert for export controls, sanctions, and restricted party screening.

The Trade Compliance Manager should have the following qualifications:

• 8-10 years of experience in trade compliance, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of EU and German trade regulations, customs procedures, and export controls.
• Expertise in classification systems and customs documentation.
• Familiarity with SAP GTS or similar trade compliance systems is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex compliance issues.
• Fluent in German and English

If you are interested in the Trade Compliance Manager role based remotely in Germany, please don't wait to apply!