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