Global Trade Compliance Advisor – Machining Logistics

Location: ADC, Hebron (US) or EDC, Den Hoorn (Netherlands)

Are you ready to take the lead in strengthening global trade compliance and ensuring business continuity in a complex and evolving regulatory environment?
If so, we have an outstanding opportunity for you.

At Machining Logistics, we’re now looking for a Global Trade Compliance Advisor to reinforce our senior capability within Trade Compliance. What are you waiting for? Apply today!

Your mission

In this position, you will act as a Trade Compliance expert, playing a key role in ensuring compliance, continuity, and capability within the organization.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, export controls, and customs requirements across multiple jurisdictions. You will act as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert to stakeholders, supporting business operations while mitigating regulatory risks and ensuring consistent decision-making.

A key focus of this role is to provide continuity of expertise, support the transition of responsibilities within the Trade Compliance team, and contribute to the further development of a scalable and robust operating model.

In this position, you report directly to the Head of Trade Compliance. The location is flexible between ADC or EDC. As part of a global business, effective collaboration across regions and time zones is a natural element of the role.

Your responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with global trade regulations (EAR, ITAR, EU Dual‑Use, Sanction control) and monitor regulatory changes and their business impact
• Advise stakeholders on compliance requirements, licensing obligations, and regulatory interpretation
• Classify products (HS / ECCN) and manage export license applications and authorizations
• Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures, and support internal audits and external reviews
• Act as a senior subject matter expert for complex Trade Compliance topics and escalations
• Drive process improvement and Trade Compliance maturity initiatives
• Contribute to defining the operating model and governance (e.g. RACI) between Trade Compliance and Operations
• Support capability building through training, mentoring, and knowledge transfer
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Legal, Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations)
• Contribute to digitalization and automation initiatives to improve efficiency and data quality

Your profile

We’re looking for someone with:

• A bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Law, Logistics, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in Trade Compliance, export controls, customs, or a related area
• Strong knowledge of global trade regulations
• Experience with classification, sanctions screening, and licensing
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Proven ability to handle complex topics and stakeholder interactions in a global environment
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to influence stakeholders across functions and regions
• A strong interest in digital tools, automation, and data‑driven ways of working

Preferred

• Relevant certifications (e.g. CCS, CES)
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or technology sectors
• Experience with digital tools and systems (e.g. SAP GTS or comparable)

Our culture

At Sandvik, we are tech driven, innovative, and entrepreneurial. We believe that success is a team effort so we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where people can be themselves and reach their full potential. We invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our differences. Visit our stories hub, LinkedIn, or Facebook to get to know us further.

Our offer

We offer you a challenging position in an international and dynamic environment. You work with committed, competent colleagues and can expect a good introduction to your area of responsibility. We offer an attractive working atmosphere, and a good remuneration package, including benefits, such as hybrid working.

Contact information

For further information about this position, please contact:
[email protected]

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How to apply

Please send us your application no later than 14 October 2026. Apply via Sandvik´s intranet, Job ID: R0092150. Please note that we don’t accept applications by e-mail.   

Our recruitment process is open and fair – we welcome all applicants and evaluate every unique application in line with the specified requirements profile, to find the best match for the position. To learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our career site or contact HR Services at [email protected]  

About us

Machining is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global market-leading manufacturer of tools and tooling systems for advanced industrial metal cutting. The business area also includes additive manufacturing and digital manufacturing solutions, supporting customers with innovative and sustainable production technologies.

Machining Logistics

At Machining Logistics, we are proud of our role in creating a superior customer experience. We support the divisions within Machining in meeting their core business needs by ensuring: On-time delivery in perfect condition, lowest possible environmental impact, compliance with international laws and regulations and cost efficiency through optimized processes.

Our expertise in logistics and collaboration with divisions enables us to deliver value beyond delivery, supporting the 2030 Strategy pillars of enabling growth, lead logistics innovation, accelerate digital, deliver value and efficiency and empower high-performing teams.

Our distribution network includes Distribution Centers in Hebron Kentucky (US), Den Hoorn (NLD), Jundiaí (BRA), Singapore (SGP) and Shanghai (CHN). The headquarters of Machining Logistics is located in Luzern (CHE).