Senior Trade Compliance Manager

Global Manufacturing client with multiple site throughout the UK and Europe now looking for a Senior Trade Compliance Manager. Key Job Accountabilities :

• Oversees the EMEA International Trade and Logistics program.
• Manages duty and freight expenses for all European plants.
• Assesses logistics processes and trade compliance controls, identifies gaps, and takes responsibility for closing them in partnership with Site / Regional Leadership and Corporate Trade Compliance team.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to lead process improvements, automation projects, and optimization initiatives to enhance product movement efficiency and compliance, including designing the organization to support business requirements and growth.
• Monitors and communicates changes in the export compliance regulatory environment in the EMEA region.
• Represents local operations to the Corporate Trade Compliance team on trade compliance and logistics matters.
• Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and leader for Logistics and Trade Compliance processes and requirements in EMEA Operations.
• Conducts compliance audits with sites and supports improvement plans.
• Identifies and mitigates compliance opportunities and risks. Skills & Experience Required :
• Minimum Bachelor's degree, ideally in a business or technical related field.
• Previous experience in Import, Export, Trade Compliance, and transportation.
• Extensive knowledge of UK & European Union customs regulations and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience in international trade (import / export).
• Strong Project Management skills, with the ability to manage several projects at a time.
• Computer literacy in MRP, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal / influencing skills.
• Customer management and financial experience is a plus