Export Control Manager EMEA based in EU

You act as competent manager of the German trade compliance team for the EMEA FUCHS affiliates in consulting, implementing and governing company trade compliance policies at our regional sites to ensure full compliance with US and EU regulations regarding import and export of goods.

The role can be based in Germany or another EU country.You will be reporting to the Head of Export Control and Customs, based in Mannheim, Germany.

Your responsibilities:

• Export Control Processes: Introduce and monitor the implementation of export control programs as specified by the Trade compliance team in EMEA regional companies 
• ICP Development: Support the development of a Europe-wide Internal Control System (ICP) for trade compliance 
• Expert Guidance: Provide advice and guidance to regional export control coordinators at various EMEA sites 
• Training and Guidelines: Prepare and perform training courses and guidelines on export control topics according to EU and US laws
• Consulting and Audits: Support country export control coordinators with local authority inquiries or audits 
• Group projects: Support group trade compliance projects (e.g. S4HANA, GTS, export control tools) in introducing new export control and customs processes 
• Internal Audits: Conduct internal audits to review guideline implementation in EMEA national companies 

Qualifications we are looking for:

• University Degree in business administration, law or trade compliance or equivalent education
• Several years of professional experience in the field of customs/export control with focus on EU and US foreign trade law of an international industrial company or a consulting firm 
• Team- and solution-oriented way of working 
• Ability to present complicated issues in a clear and understandable way and to manage projects
• Willingness to travel on business 
• Fluent in English and German, other foreign languages are welcome

These are your benefits: 

• Good Work-Life Balance:  We offer flexible remote working embedded in an international environment
• Secure Career Prospects: Join a dynamic, globally active company that offers long-term career opportunities
• Competitive Compensation: We provide a salary that matches your qualifications and performance, along with attractive benefits from the chemical industry
• Growth & Development: Expand your professional and personal skills through customized training programs and workshops

Do you have any questions? Caroline Recio Oviedo (caroline.recio-oviedo@fuchs.com) will be more than happy to answer them!