Head of Export Control & Customs Manager DACH (f/m/d)

Shape the future of Export Control & Customs across DACH.

We're looking for a strategic leader who can balance compliance excellence with business value creation.

Reporting to the Head of Finance DACH / VP Finance CFO DACH, you will lead a regional team of experts and drive a robust export control and customs framework across multiple countries.

All key information at a glance:


* When and where? From now in Düsseldorf



* Duration: permanent



* Vacation: 30 days



* Weekly hours: 40h



* Your contact person? Raquel Mora

Our benefits:


* Working with purpose! As a green company with a sense of responsibility and sustainability, you can help create a green future with us.


* Become part of a great team where appreciation and open communication are lived values.


* You can expect a varied workplace with a lot of personal responsibility.


* Benefit from regular training and attractive development opportunities within an international corporation.


* Work flexible, so that there is also time for your family and hobbies.

Your mission:


* Lead and own the Export Control & Customs function across DACH, ensuring full compliance with international trade, customs, and export control regulations.


* Define and execute the regional Export Control & Customs strategy, partnering closely with business and functional stakeholders to support sustainable growth and risk mitigation.


* Build, develop, and lead a high-performing DACH team, driving capability development, training, awareness, and accountability across the organization.


* Oversee governance, audits, and regulatory compliance, including due diligence processes, licensing, screening activities, classifications, and managing internal and external audits.


* Drive process excellence and digital transformation, continuously improving efficiency, standardization, and compliance through innovative customs and export control solutions.

Your mindset:


* 5+ years of leadership experience in Export Control, Customs, and International Trade Compliance within multinational organizations, managing complex and multi-country operations.


* Strong expertise in global trade regulations, including Customs, EU & Swiss Export Control, US OFAC, BIS, and other relevant international compliance frameworks.


* Proven people leadership skills, with experience building, developing, and managing high-performing teams as well as coordinating external consultants.


* Excellent stakeholder management and influencing abilities, successfully partnering with senior leadership, internal customers, and key business functions.


* Strong analytical and project management capabilities, with a track record of identifying risks, driving corrective actions, leading strategic initiatives, and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.


* Fluent in German and English (written and spoken), with the ability to translate complex legal and regulatory re...