Global Trade Compliance Manager (m/f/d)

As Global Trade Compliance Manager, you establish and harmonize export control processes across Heraeus Electronics. You ensure alignment with EU, US, and UK regulations, assess risks, and guide subsidiaries. You drive customs compliance, origin strategies, and training programs while maintaining robust controls and audits. You will partner across Legal, Supply Chain, Sales, and R&D to embed compliant practices and foster ethical trade. This role offers impact in shaping global compliance at a multinational tech group.

• Develop and implement unified Global Trade Compliance frameworks across all entities
• Ensure local practices align with international regulations (EU Dual-Use, U.S. EAR, UK Export Control)
• Conduct export control risk assessments for products, technologies, and markets
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise senior leadership on business impact
• Drive global customs compliance and preferential origin management to optimize duties
• Provide hands-on support on classification, licensing, screening, and regulatory interpretations
• Maintain central screening, evaluation, and documentation for legal entities
• Establish and maintain internal control programs, including denied party screening
• Identify and implement digital tools to improve efficiency, automation, and monitoring
• Serve as matrix-organization liaison for Corporate Global Trade Compliance
• Design and deliver training programs across departments and regions
• Lead internal audits and prepare for external inspections
• Report findings and data to Corporate GTC as required
• Collaborate with Legal, Supply Chain, Sales, and R&D to embed compliance in processes
• Liaise with government authorities and external advisors as needed

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, International Trade, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in export control, trade compliance, or customs regulations
• Knowledge of international trade laws and regulatory frameworks
• Experience in a multinational industrial or technology company preferred
• Excellent communication and intercultural skills
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
• Certifications such as Certified Export Compliance Professional are a plus

• Kommunikationsstärke und intercultural competence
• Proaktive, lösungsorientierte Zusammenarbeit in Matrixorganisation
• Ausdauer in Audits und Schulungen
• ECCN- und HS-Code-Klassifikation
• Licensing- und Screening-Prozesse
• Denied-party screening und End-Use-Kontrollen