Job Title: Regional Head of Trade Management Europe (f/m/d)
We are seeking a highly experienced professional to lead our Global Trade team in Europe.
Your Mission:
The Global Trade team is responsible for ensuring trade compliance and optimizing trade-related business operations.
Your Responsibilities:
* Implement the Global Trade Policy (GTP) and its governance framework in Europe;
* Recruit, manage, train, and develop Country Trade Compliance Officers (CTCOs) in Europe;
* Support local business units in Europe with trade-related tasks and appoint local BU Trade Compliance Officers/Representatives;
* Inform and advise stakeholders on European trade issues;
* Lead the Global Trade Sanctions Steering Group;
* Map and improve trade policies and procedures;
* Train stakeholders on trade matters;
* Capture duty savings opportunities in Europe;
* Support global trade tool implementation and automation;
* Oversee KPI reporting, issue reporting, and risk assessments;
* Support internal and external trade audits;
Your Background:
* Graduate or postgraduate degree in trade, law, economics, international relations, or other trade-related field.
* Swiss or EU legal qualification or background preferred;
* 10+ years' experience in export controls, sanctions, customs compliance, supply chain compliance, and optimization;
* Specialist knowledge of Swiss and EU trade regulations and EU and other sanctions;
* Fluency in written and spoken English; German or French a plus;
* Currently based in Italy or the EU.