Manager EMEA Trade Compliance (f/m/d)

Manager EMEA Trade Compliance

Experienced Customs & Global Trade professional required to join our Global Trade Compliance team in our German Headquarter Wuppertal. The Manager EMEA Trade Compliancewill be part of a team responsible for the import/export compliance program for operations throughout EMEA. This role focuses on ensuring that Aptiv EDS business is conducted efficiently & at all times in full compliance with all import and export regulations, as well as all Aptiv internal policies and procedures, reporting to the EMEA Trade Lead.

YOUR ROLE

• Development of policies and procedures relating to customs regulatory requirements to be followed by the business across the region

• Maintain and deliver training globally and across all functions and business units to relevant stakeholders

• Establish, document and ensure periodic update of general trade compliance processes and procedures

• Lead resolutions for business teams during Import and other Customs Compliance related audits.

• Manage third party brokers contract and renewal process within the EMEA region

• Manage HTS classification process and provide escalatory support to Classification team

• Implement Aptiv’s Global Trade Compliance Internal Assessments and manage identified improvements/developments.

• Manage EMEA trade systems and lead implementation of new modules

• Ensure compliance with, and optimisation of, all applicable customs special procedures (IPR, OPR, Customs Warehousing, Temporary Import, etc)

• Lead resolution of issues for Aptiv sites on origin determination, qualification under Free Trade Agreements and issuing of long-term Supplier declarations.

• Deliver SME and ensure Aptiv participation in Supply Chain Security and Import Compliance Programs (eg, AEO).

• Ensure appropriate maintenance of customs related records in accordance with Aptiv and Legal requirements.

• Drive EMEA duty savings projects and initiatives using trade data analytics, with close collaboration with GTC leadership team

• Resolution of operational compliance emergencies and ability to make compliance decisions on Aptiv actions for business leaders

• Conduct analysis on import/export data to identify potential duty mitigation opportunities

• Provide due diligence and M&A support

• Collaborate cross-functionally (Supply Chain, Logistics, Tax, Finance, Sites etc.) to support corporate planning initiatives

YOUR BACKGROUND

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, or related field.

• Minimum 6 years of experience in Trade, Customs, or related finance/operational roles within and advisory/consultancy firm, or multinational corporation.

• Experience in SAP GTS, HTS and ECCN classification assignment preferred

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• English and German fluency required.

• French language skills are a plus.

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.

• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.

• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv

• Learning, professional growth and development in a world-recognized international environment.

• Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications.

• Recognition for innovation and excellence.

• Opportunities to give back to the community