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Country Trade Compliance Specialist 80-100% (f/m/d)

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Country Trade Compliance Specialist 80-100% (f/m/d)

Baden, Switzerland

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We are advancing the world's energy system to be more sustainable, flexible, and secure, and we collaborate with customers and partners to enable a sustainable energy future - for today's generations and those to come.

We are Hiring! Are you passionate about trade compliance and looking for an exciting opportunity to join Hitachi Energy?

We're hiring a Country Trade Compliance Specialist to join our amazing team in Switzerland! You will be part of the Swiss country trade compliance team and will be providing operational support for the Local Business Unit in terms of customs, tariffing, origin calculation and export control classification ("operational Trade Compliance").

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How you will make an impact

  • Check, advice and elaborate on requests related to customs procedures, preferential calculations, HS codes, VAT and dual - use classifications
  • Create and improve local directives and standard operating procedures considering Hitachi Energy's directives
  • Prepare, improve and hold on trainings regarding Trade Compliance in the LBU's on selected customs, international trade, rules of origin and customs tariffing matters
  • Keep close contact to LBU business functions and advise operational trade responsible (e.g. product classification engineers, customs tariff coders, logistics staff, external forwarders, TCO's)
  • Work on improvements and give support on complex SAP GTS functionalities
  • Contribute to customs audits and carry out internal checks (internal control system) on trade compliance aspects (incoterms, HS codes, export controls, preferential origin correctness, import and export efficiency)
  • Keep up to date in customs / origins / export control topics

Your background

  • At least 6 years of experience in the export and import sector
  • Very good knowledge of tariff, origin and customs procedures
  • Very good knowledge of EU and EFTA / free trade agreements
  • Experience in project management or - cooperation
  • Proactive, independent, team - oriented, flexible, motivated
  • Fluent in German and English, Italian language skills would be a plus.

More about us

Our flexible work practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

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Client-provided location(s): Baden, Switzerland
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-101775
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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