Trade Compliance Manager - Modderfontein at ABB

You will be working as Trade Compliance Manager and will be the part of Process Automation business area for BA Function Finance division based in Longmeadow, South Africa. In this role you will be reporting to Country Trade Compliance Manager and will be responsible to ensure import / export compliance on local level and implement ABB's Global Trade Program (Local Trade Compliance Officer).

Your responsibilities

• Creating and maintaining written procedures and guidelines for export control and sanctions as well as customs compliance requirements
• Providing periodic updates regarding the status of the local implementation of ABB’s global trade program, as well as of significant changes in export control and customs laws/regulations
• Implementing and maintaining a general export control and customs compliance awareness program for local business staff and providing trade related training to employees.
• Providing oversight, “big-picture” policy advisory and practical guidance to local business regarding export control and customs compliance, necessary for daily in-and outbound operations, including formal documentation and archiving requirements
• Ensuring that trade compliance records are maintained, conducting local trade reviews and/or conduct annual “self-audits” of trade compliance

Your background

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics
• Minimum 5 years of experience in performing trade and compliance task, SAP and GTS (Global Trade Service)
• Any International Trade /Customs Compliance qualification will be an added advantage.
• Preference will be given to EE candidates.