Director Global Customs & Export Control (m/f/x)

Job title: Director Global Customs & Export Control (m/f/x)

Company: Zumtobel Group


Job description: The Zumtobel Group is an international lighting group and a leading supplier of innovative lighting solutions, lighting components and associated services. With its core brands, Zumtobel, Thorn and Tridonic, the Group offers its customers around the world a comprehensive portfolio of products and services.Ihre AufgabenAs our EXPERT in all global customs & export control topics, you lead, manage, decide proactively all topics around import and export customs by 100% fulfilling compliance regulation & tax laws on a national and international level. Together with your expert team of 5+ customs professionals, you ensure that all relevant regulations are met and are accurate. Your working place will be ideally in Dornbirn.

• BE OUR KEY EXPERT: You actively direct legal changes and emerging trends in global trade and tax legislation that impact customs & export control operations. Hence you are the main point of contact for all external authorities, internal stakeholders, and customs experts in our plants and sales organizations.
• LEAD GLOBAL CUSTOMS STRATEGY: You operationally steer import-export operations, tariff classifications, and AEO certification. You are responsible for customs reporting to comply with the current international and national laws, and tax regulations.
• MANAGE INTERNAL PROCESSES MANAGEMENT: You implement global customs procedures, coordinate corrective actions, and align with for instance our tax, legal, finance, sales, and logistics teams. You take full responsibility for customs and export control for both the Lighting Brand and Tridonic.
• LEAD AND GUIDE A TEAM: By providing mentorship and professional support in all customs matters, you empower your team to grow professionally while ensuring proficiency in global customs and export process, where they are acknowledged as customs expert throughout the Zumtobel Group.
• CONDUCT AUDIT & TRAINING: You manage audits, train, and maintain a high level of competency in customs & export control knowledge across the organization, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and engaged.

Ihr Profil

• EXPERIENCED CUSTOMS & EXPORT CONTROL EXPERT: You have a comprehensive knowledge backed by 5-7 years’ experience in customs regulations and export control.
• COMPLETED EDUCATION: You have a completed bachelor’s degree or higher education or dedicated customs specific program.
• CHARISMATIC LEADER: You have proven ability to lead and inspire teams, balancing strategic and operational responsibilities. You are able to mentor and motivate others, providing clear direction while respecting individual contributions. You are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration and mutual respect, where diverse perspectives are valued and encouraged.
• EMPATHETIC STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT: You are skilled in engaging with internal stakeholders and official authorities, effectively navigating diverse relationships while understanding risks and ensuring compliance with established rules. This includes a strong ability to collaborate with local customs authorities, ensuring seamless operations and quick resolution of issues, all while delivering 100% solutions in complex scenarios.
• ACCURATE & ORGANISED WORKING STYLE: Your working style is characterized by your strong analytical- and conceptual thinking skills, where you are results-oriented with a strong ability to balance multiple priorities and you always maintain the overview. You work by a “never give up” and “only the 100% correct result counts” attitude.
• FLUENT IN GERMAN & ENGLISH: You are fluent in German and English with proven ability to collaborate effectively across different cultures.

Wir bieten

• Successful, international group with family DNA.
• Varied field of activity with personal responsibility.
• Numerous opportunities for further development in an innovative and empowering company.
• Great team that will support you in any situation.
• Individual options to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Extensive benefits for our employees.

Legally binding notice: Based on the minimum salary stipulated in the collective agreement of €85.542,24. (for a 38,50-hour working week), the actual salary for this position is based on professional qualifications and experience.Enlightening your career
We curiously discover new fields of work together, our mentoring program is meant to support you to fully develop your skills and potentials.International perspective
Be part of a network of creativity and high-tech and contribute to an ecosystem that enables you to realize your potential within multinational, intercultural teams.Work-Life-Balance
Your best individual work-life balance will vary over time, often on a daily basis, this is why we offer flexible working-models and sabbatical options for our employees.Open-minded and respectful culture
Working for the ZG means to be a part of an open-minded and passionate culture based on the spirit of the company’s founder Dr. Walter Zumtobel.

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Location: Österreich

Job date: Wed, 29 Jan 2025 08:09:50 GMT

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