Become part of our Shipping & Trade Compliance team in a global function with potential of managing this global role as
Global Shipping & Trade Compliance Expert 80-100% (f/m/d)
Your Daily Contribution
* Supporting the Head of Global Shipping & Trade Compliance in managing and executing global initiatives across Burckhardt Compression
* Independently handling assigned tasks related to global shipping and trade compliance processes (SYST and SERV) for all inbound and outbound flows
* Defining and maintaining rules, guidelines, and value stream setups that align with current foreign trade regulations and compliance standards
* Deliver trainings globally related to Foreign Trade, Payment Securities and Trade Compliance
* Acting as Global Process Owner (GPO) for SAP shipping processes, ensuring system integrity and process efficiency
* Driving the integration of shipping into sales and procurement processes to minimize foreign trade risks and optimize logistics solutions
* Leading and developing global teams to ensure achievement of KPIs and continuous improvement in shipping and trade compliance
* Managing relationships with key service providers (eg, packing companies, freight forwarders) to ensure high-quality service and compliance
* Advising internal stakeholders and the Executive Board on trade compliance matters, including export control, sanctions, customs, and Free Trade Agreements
Your Profile
* Advanced and certified education in Foreign Trade, including Trade Compliance (Export Control, Sanctions)
* At least 8 years of experience leading a shipping team in an industrial environment with a strong focus on export business
* Demonstrated global leadership skills and the ability to manage cross-functional, international teams
* Solid understanding of payment securities and their application in global trade
* In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in Trade Compliance, including Customs, Export Control, and Sanctions
* Proficiency in SAP and SAP-GTS, with a strong grasp of system-based shipping and compliance processes
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; good command of German, any languages an advantage
Your Personality
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* High intercultural competence and the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and regions
* A talent for building and maintaining long-term partnerships with service providers, such as transport insurance companies
* A structured and systematic approach to planning and execution
* Strong motivation and passion for your work, with a pragmatic and results-oriented mindset
* Excellent problem-solving, with a proven ability to prioritize tasks and streamline processes
* A hands-on attitude and the ability to stay focused under pressure
We Offer
* Flexible and hybrid working conditions
* Versatile and autonomous activities and tasks
* Working environment with professional development opportunities
* Participation in job-related training and further education
* Above-average pension fund
* Appreciative and inclusive corporate culture
* Demonstrated lived values that value diversity
* Dynamic, international environment with committed employees
* Structured induction process
* Attractive shift allowances
* Inexpensive parking (only for shift employees)
* Short public transport connections
Note
Applications from external recruitment agencies cannot be considered
If you already have a Swiss work permit or are a citizen of the EU, we look forward to receiving your meaningful complete application.
Burckhardt Compression AG | Location: Winterthur
Tobias Wyser | Phone: +41 52 261 53 77
Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long-term success of its customers. The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Since 1844, its passionate, customer-oriented and solution-driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr