Export Compliance Manager (m/w/d)

Export Compliance Manager

As the Export Compliance Manager, you will be part of the global trade compliance team to deliver a robust framework for Elanco's export operations. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing our global export control, trade embargos, and sanctions compliance program while proactively minimizing export‑related risks.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead Elanco's global sanctions compliance program, ensuring adherence to international regulations and updating systems such as SAP GTS.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive global export compliance policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Oversee the Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) process and manage export license applications.
• Conduct internal audits, investigate potential compliance issues, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Provide expert guidance and training to internal stakeholders (Sales, Logistics, R&D, Procurement) on export control regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent level of experience.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in export compliance, international trade, or a related field.
• In‑depth knowledge of global export control laws and sanctions regulations, with mandatory fluency in both German and English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within the pharmaceutical or animal health industry.
• Proven experience with ECCN classification and export licensing processes.
• Hands‑on experience with restricted party screening tools and trade compliance software (e.g., SAP GTS).
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, global environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills to interpret complex regulations into practical business processes.

Additional Information

Travel: Up to 20%

Location: DE – Bad Homburg, DE – Cuxhaven, DE – Kiel, DE – Monheim (Elanco Deutschland), DE – Munich

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job‑related criteria and transferable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer.