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Logistics Specialist II - Trade Compliance

LabConnectRemote - EU (Köln), Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, GermanyFull-time
€55k – €72kAI estimatePosted 30+ days ago
International Tax
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Role description

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Job Summary

The Trade Compliance Specialist supports the organization’s global trade operations by ensuring the accuracy and compliance of end-to-end documentation. This role will own customs and trade compliance, supervise customs administration, reporting, maintain licenses/authorizations and serve as the key contact for customs, relevant authorities and internal stakeholders. The position plays a critical role in minimizing compliance risk and ensuring smooth import/export processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure end-to-end documentation is prepared and delivered on time

Manage certificates and regulated documentation

Own customs and trade compliance

Supervise customs request for information

Play a central role in strengthening and standardizing trade compliance processes, while leading regional implementation and adoption of Trade Compliance processes and policies

Establish regional practices for import/export compliance, tariff classification, country of origin determination and export control classification

Identify opportunities to leverage preferential trade programs and duty mitigation strategies

Supporting in audits, regulatory inquiries

Monitor developments in global regulations

Translate applicable regulations into clear and concrete guidelines

Create, review, audit, and correct commercial invoices to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable import/export regulations

Coordinate with Importers of Record (IORs), customs brokers, carriers, and other third-party partners to resolve discrepancies and ensure shipment compliance

Identify and escalate compliance issues, delays, or inconsistencies in documentation or processes

Follow established internal procedures, controls, and compliance guidelines

Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment of trade compliance requirements and data accuracy

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Logistics, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of experience in trade compliance, logistics, import/export operations, or a related function

Experience reviewing or creating shipping documentation

Extensive knowledge of customs regulations, import/export requirements, and global trade processes

Experience working with customs brokers, freight forwarders, or couriers

Skills and Competencies

Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy in document review and data validation

Working knowledge of international trade compliance principles and documentation requirements

Ability to interpret and apply trade regulations and internal compliance policies

Effective communication and stakeholder engagement

Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and experience working in ERP or trade management systems

Ability to follow structured processes while also identifying opportunities for improvement

High degree of accountability and ability to work independently within defined guidelines

Exemplary multitasking and organizational skills.

Must have excellent interpersonal skills and maintain both a proactive and positive attitude

Full fluency in English

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