Manager Export Control, Customs & Corporate Compliance (H/F) - SAFRAN HELICOPTER ENGINES GERMAN[...]

Overview

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés. Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME. Safran Helicopter Engines est le leader mondial de la motorisation pour hélicoptères, avec plus de 75 000 moteurs produits depuis sa création. La société offre la plus large gamme de turbomoteurs et compte 2 500 clients répartis dans 155 pays.

Responsibilities

• Export Control & Trade Compliance (Primary Focus) Central Point of Contact: Serve as the primary contact for export control, customs, and trade compliance at the management level.
• Regulatory Framework: Develop and implement structures and processes based on AWV, EU Dual-Use Regulation, and US Re-export laws (ITAR/EAR) relevant to the aerospace sector.
• Permit Management: Manage the entire lifecycle of export authorizations (e.g., BAFA submissions), including deadline tracking and condition management (DE/EU/US).
• Operational Oversight: Coordinate import/export processes and review trade/customs documents to ensure quality assurance in collaboration with the CFO and SCM.
• Weapons Law & Legal Monitoring: Monitor developments in foreign trade and weapons law, ensuring practical implementation of new requirements.
• Authority Relations & Audits: Act as the main interface for external authorities (e.g., BAFA, Customs) and lead the preparation and execution of official audits.
• Training: Design and deliver specialized training on export control, customs, and weapons law for various internal audiences.

• Internal Control & Group Reporting (Interface to Bordes/Tarnos)
  • Internal Control Framework (ICF): Implement and maintain the internal control system according to Group guidelines and French listed company standards (e.g., Sapin II / AMF).
  • Self-Assessments: Coordinate and perform annual internal control self-assessments to safeguard the 180M turnover and operational processes.
  • Process Optimization: Identify opportunities to optimize systems and structures to enhance control effectiveness and operational efficiency.
  • Reporting Line: Provide direct reporting to the Export Responsibility Officer (Ausfuhrverantwortlicher), the CFO, and the French HQ.

• Site Compliance Management (General Compliance)
  • Local Compliance Officer: Act as the first point of contact for all compliance-related issues for the 80-employee site (e.g., Anti-Corruption, Code of Conduct).
  • Policy Implementation: Ensure the rollout of Group-wide compliance policies and adapt them to local German legal requirements.
  • Advisory Role: Advise management and specialist departments on all compliance and trade-related risks.

Qualifications

Your Profile Completed degree in law, business administration, industrial engineering, international business, customs law or a comparable qualification. Several years of relevant experience (at least 8 years) in export control, customs, and compliance management, preferably in an international industrial setting. Profound understanding of foreign trade regulations (AWG/AWV, EU Dual-Use Regulation, Union Customs Code) as well as knowledge of US regulations (ITAR, EAR). Strong experience in setting up and applying compliance management systems (e.g. IDW PS 980, ISO 37301). Confident handling of SAP (MM/SD module) and common MS Office tools. Fluent German (C2) and very good English skills (C1).

Your Strengths Strategic and analytical thinking with strong legal understanding. Excellent communication and consulting skills at all hierarchical levels. Team-oriented working style with leadership qualities and diplomatic flair. High level of responsibility, resilience, and enthusiasm to proactively tackle complex topics. Motivation for continuous development and passion for compliance issues.