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(Senior) Expert Foreign Trade (Export Control) (m/w/x)

Oberkochen, DEFull-time2026-10-09 → 2026-11-14

Core

Managing global foreign trade compliance and export control processes for ZEISS business units, ensuring adherence to German, EU, US, and Chinese regulations amidst geopolitical conflicts.

Role type

Senior Foreign Trade Compliance Manager

Builds

Global Foreign Trade processes and compliance frameworks

Domain

Manufacturing / Export Control Law

Required skills

Foreign trade compliance, Export control regulations, Project management, Risk management, Audit coordination, Policy development, Stakeholder management, SAP

Preferred skills

Embargo regulations, M&A experience, IT project rollout, Government relations

Technologies

SAP (R/3, S/4)

Responsibilities

Develop and implement global Foreign Trade processes, Monitor Internal Compliance Program, Lead projects for new business models, Advise on strategy regarding trade restrictions, Manage approval procedures, Execute training programs, Create compliance guidelines, Support internal and external audits

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC