Global Trade Specialist - Export Control (f/m/d) - Hybrid

About The Role

We are looking for a Trade Specialist with focus on Export Control / US Re-Export Control and Export processing for our European Global Trade Team.

In this role you will ensure compliant, timely, and business-enabling export operations by managing export licensing, classification (ECCN/ECN), sanctions/embargo screening, technology related controls, and recordkeeping.

You will partner Sales, Supply Chain, Engineering and Legal to optimize the Internal Compliance Program (ICP) and reduce export-control risks without slowing down the business. You will align frequently with the responsible Export Control Officer / Functional Leader of the other business unit to streamline processes. You will also process export shipments from Germany or the UK.

This position will be located at our facility in Pleinfeld or Putzbrunn, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Product and technology classification (e.g., EU Dual‑Use vs. U.S. EAR/ITAR), assign ECCN/ECN and related HTS where needed.
• Maintain the classification database (SAP & E2Open) to keep data accurate.
• Conduct Restricted Party Screening (RPS) and Denied Party checks for customers, suppliers & end-users.
• Work with the Export Team and approve/hold/reject orders based on risk scoring.
• Document due diligence and escalation outcomes.
• Assess transactions against EU, U.S. OFAC/EAR, UK, and local measures (e.g., embargoes, sectoral sanctions, Russia, Iran, etc.).
• Prepare, submit and manage export license applications (e.g., BAFA in Germany, EU general authorizations).
• Ensure controls for technology transfer as part of the ICP.
• Monitor regulatory updates.
• Process export shipments end-to-end, including ATLAS filing in E2Open, tendering to Freight Forwarders and Parcel Carriers, follow-up on exit documentation (AGV).

Required Qualifications

• Completed commercial training (apprenticeship), ideally as a freight forwarding and logistics services clerk or industrial, wholesale, and foreign trade clerk.
• Minimum of 3 years of all-round experience in customs & trade (Export/Import), or comparable commercial experience in logistics, procurement, or supply chain management, with a minimum of 1 year of experience in Export Control and related tasks & regulations (e.g., EU Dual‑Use, DE AWG regulation).
• Experience in Export shipment processing & ATLAS filing.
• First experience in communication with stakeholders of the business (e.g., engineers, product specialists) and authorities (e.g., customs, BAFA, trade consultants).
• Good oral and written communication skills in German & English.

Desired Qualifications

• SAP 4/HANA
• ATLAS