Kraft Heinz
CPG / FMCG
TradeStrategyManager
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“Trade Strategy Manager at Kraft Heinz. Skills: Trade compliance, Customs operations, International trade. Develop trade programs and processes. Ensure compliance, reduce risks”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure compliance; Reduce risks; Maximize operational efficiency; Adherence to international and local regulations; Risk mitigation; Savings opportunities; Creating efficiencies; Delivering targets
Industry & Context.
Analytical thinking; Translate complex data into actionable solutions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor of Science degree in International Trade, Finance, Tax, International Business, Tax Law or similar field, 7+ years of experience in trade compliance, customs operations, international trade and audit defense, Extensive knowledge in both EU customs and VAT, Proficient in Excel, Power Point and ERP systems, Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch
Nice to Have
CPG / FMCG experience
What You'll Do.
Develop trade programs and processes
Maximize operational efficiency
Maintain trade compliance policies
Conduct internal audits
Review trade flow design
Manage customs audits
Implement corrective actions
Manage Inward Processing License
Identify savings opportunities
Ensure compliant customs valuation
Own trade master data
Coordinate import VAT
Provide guidance and training
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with Procurement; Partner with Supply Chain; Partner with Operations; Partner with Tax; Partner with Controllership; Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships
Communication Scope
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch; Exposure to senior leadership requires excellent communication skills
Full Job Description
## _Job Description_ _Job Description_ We have an amazing opportunity for a Trade and Customs Compliance Manager to make a real difference at Kraft Heinz. The position lies within the Global Indirect Tax Team. Reporting directly to the Indirect Tax, Europe; this role will partner with various departments including Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, Tax and Controllership to align trade operations with the overall business objectives. The Trade and Customs Compliance Manager will serve as the primary contact for all trade and customs related matters within Kraft Heinz, which connects to the broader tax requirements and initiatives. The role will primarily focus on trade outside of North America (mostly Europe). _Key Responsibilities:_ * Develop and implement trade programs and processes to ensure compliance, reduce risks, and maximize operational efficiency in the following areas * Customs broker declaration, tariff classification, customs valuation, origin and FTAs, import licenses * Maintain trade compliance policies and procedures in line with AEO standards by conducting routine internal audits, self-assessments and post-clearance reviews * Review trade flow design to ensure compliance and documentation requirements are met * Manage customs audits across different regions with customs authorities and business units; ensuring risk mitigation, implementing corrective actions and adherence to international and local regulations * Manage Inward Processing License in the Netherlands * Identify and execute savings opportunities (e.g., FTZ/bonded warehousing, inward processing, duty drawback, tariff suspension, where applicable) while maintaining traceability * Ensure compliant customs valuation (assists, royalties, freight, etc.) and alignment with finance/transfer pricing requirements * Own trade master data and related trade management tools (i.e. SAP GTS, Oracle GTM) * Monitor and support compliance with ESG Taxes and related initiatives (CBAM, Plastic Packaging
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