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Manager EMEA Trade Compliance

Germany, Wuppertal · Job Posted February 19, 2026
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Experienced Customs & Global Trade professional required to join our Global Trade Compliance team in our German Headquarter Wuppertal. The Manager EMEA Trade Compliance will be part of a team responsible for the import/export compliance program for operations throughout EMEA. This role focuses on ensuring that Aptiv EDS business is conducted efficiently & at all times in full compliance with all import and export regulations, as well as all Aptiv internal policies and procedures, reporting to the EMEA Trade Lead.

Job Responsibility

  • Development of policies and procedures relating to customs regulatory requirements to be followed by the business across the region
  • Maintain and deliver training globally and across all functions and business units to relevant stakeholders
  • Establish, document and ensure periodic update of general trade compliance processes and procedures
  • Lead resolutions for business teams during Import and other Customs Compliance related audits
  • Manage third party brokers contract and renewal process within the EMEA region
  • Manage HTS classification process and provide escalatory support to Classification team
  • Implement Aptiv’s Global Trade Compliance Internal Assessments and manage identified improvements/developments
  • Manage EMEA trade systems and lead implementation of new modules
  • Ensure compliance with, and optimisation of, all applicable customs special procedures (IPR, OPR, Customs Warehousing, Temporary Import, etc)
  • Lead resolution of issues for Aptiv sites on origin determination, qualification under Free Trade Agreements and issuing of long-term Supplier declarations
  • Deliver SME and ensure Aptiv participation in Supply Chain Security and Import Compliance Programs (eg, AEO)
  • Ensure appropriate maintenance of customs related records in accordance with Aptiv and Legal requirements
  • Drive EMEA duty savings projects and initiatives using trade data analytics, with close collaboration with GTC leadership team
  • Resolution of operational compliance emergencies and ability to make compliance decisions on Aptiv actions for business leaders
  • Conduct analysis on import/export data to identify potential duty mitigation opportunities
  • Provide due diligence and M&A support
  • Collaborate cross-functionally (Supply Chain, Logistics, Tax, Finance, Sites etc.) to support corporate planning initiatives

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, or related field
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in Trade, Customs, or related finance/operational roles within and advisory/consultancy firm, or multinational corporation
  • Experience in SAP GTS, HTS and ECCN classification assignment preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • English and German fluency required
  • French language skills are a plus

Nice to have

French language skills are a plus

What we offer

  • Learning, professional growth and development in a world-recognized international environment
  • Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications
  • Recognition for innovation and excellence
  • Opportunities to give back to the community
  • Competitive health insurance package

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