Our client, a global industrial technology and manufacturing leader, is seeking a Trade Compliance Manager to drive export control, customs compliance, and trade governance across the SSA region. This is a specialist advisory role requiring strong legislative interpretation, compliance implementation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the Global Trade Program locally.

• Advise stakeholders on trade regulations and compliance requirements.

• Conduct trade reviews, audits, and corrective actions.

• Localise and implement global SOPs.

• Drive export control, customs compliance, and awareness initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree: BCom Supply Chain Management, BCom Law/LLB, or BCom Accounting (Auditing/Taxation).

• Experience: 5+ years' permanent employment experience, including 3+ years in Trade Compliance with a focus on Export Controls.

• Experience at Manager or Senior Specialist level.

• Strong knowledge of South African customs legislation, DTIC, NRCS, and regulatory compliance.

• Proven experience developing and implementing SOPs.

• Must have served as a trade compliance advisor/custodian within an organisation.

Non-Negotiable Technical Skills

• Advanced knowledge of INCOTERMS.

• Export Controls and sanctions compliance.

• South African customs legislation and compliance.

• SAP GTS (Vision 11 or HANA) active daily user.

• Legislative interpretation, governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance