Trade Operations Specialist Manager 80 – 100% (m/f/d)

About the Position 

As a Trade Operations Specialist Manager in the Service Business of Hitachi Energy, you take on a central role in ensuring global compliance with foreign trade regulations. You act as an expert in free trade agreements, rules of origin, and export control, serving as a hub between project management, suppliers, customers, and forwarders. 

You are part of the Standard Operations team, which is responsible worldwide for the distribution of spare parts for our products. In close collaboration with cross-functional teams, you contribute to the efficient and compliant handling of international goods and service flows. 

What you can achieve  

• Specialist in the area of free trade agreements and rules of origin 

• Obtaining and managing certificates of origin 

• Advising internal departments and local partners on export control and foreign trade law 

• Preference calculations according to applicable free trade agreements, management of certificates of origin, and classification of goods

• Support in preference management, master data maintenance, and regulatory updates 

• Collaboration and deputizing in the area of "Material Compliance"

• Participation in continuous improvement and leading related initiatives  

What you bring with you 

• Completed technical/commercial training with further education as a foreign trade specialist or comparable qualification 

• At least 3 years of professional experience in export control and foreign trade or outstanding potential to develop the required competencies 

• Solid knowledge of international trade regulations 

• SAP and GTS knowledge is an advantage 

• Very good German skills and good English skills 

• Solution-oriented mindset and initiative 

• Analytical thinking and ability to communicate complex issues clearly 

• Independent and structured working style 

• Team orientation and strong communication skills 

More about us 

Our flexible working methods help you optimize your personal and professional performance and create an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.