Overview

At the heart of QIAGEN’s business is a vision to make improvements in life possible.

We are on an exciting mission to make a real difference in science and healthcare. We are still the entrepreneurial company we started out as and have today achieved a size where we can bring our full power to many initiatives and to our presence across the globe.
Our most valuable asset are our employees – more than 6000 in over 35 locations around the world. Our ambition is to ensure we have outstanding and passionate people working in the best teams and we are constantly looking for new talent to join us.
There are few players who have shaped the world of modern science and healthcare as much as QIAGEN, and we have only just started.
If you are looking to advance your career, are seeking new challenges and opportunities, enjoy working in dynamic, international and diverse teams and want to make a real impact on people’s lives, then QIAGEN is where you need to be.

Join us. At QIAGEN, you make a difference every day.

Position Description

The Head of Trade Compliance EMEA ensures that international trade activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies. This individual leads a team and works closely with various departments to develop, implement, and maintain effective trade compliance programs.

Key Responsibilities:

- Trade Compliance: Stay updated on evolving trade regulations, including customs laws, sanctions, embargoes, and export controls across jurisdictions. Interpret and communicate regulatory requirements to stakeholders.

- SAP GTS: Manage all trade compliance processes run in SAP GTS, incl. the tariff classification and the export classification process

- Policy Development: Develop and enforce trade compliance policies and procedures to ensure legal adherence. Implement processes for screening, classification, and licensing of goods and technology.

- Risk Assessment: Conduct regular assessments to identify and mitigate trade compliance risks. Address issues proactively and develop strategies to minimize penalties and liabilities.

- Training and Awareness: Provide training to employees involved in international trade. Foster a culture of compliance through ongoing education and awareness initiatives.

- Internal Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, tax, supply chain, and logistics, to integrate compliance into business operations. Act as a subject matter expert.

- External Relationships: Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, trade associations, and industry peers to stay informed on regulatory changes and best practices. Represent the company in discussions with regulatory authorities.

- Audits and Investigations: Coordinate internal audits and investigations to ensure compliance. Address findings and implement corrective actions. Manage external customs import/export audits and coordinate internal support activities.

- EMEA Team Leadership: Lead and manage an international team of trade compliance professionals. Ensure alignment with organizational goals and provide direction, support, and resources for success.