EMEA Import​/Export Trade Operations Manager; m​/f

As the Manager, Import/Export Trade Operations EMEA, you will lead the global execution and standardization of 3M’s import and export operations. The role is responsible for direct management of EMEA Trade Compliance Operations and has global responsibility for trade operations execution standardization across 45 countries by managing internal and external team performance, building a cohesive operating structure across four regional Trade Compliance Operations teams, and partnering with International Transportation, Legal, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, IT, and Global Trade Compliance Governance leaders.

As the Manager, Import/Export Trade Operations EMEA, you will lead the global execution and standardization of 3M’s import and export operations. The role is responsible for direct management of EMEA Trade Compliance Operations and has global responsibility for trade operations execution standardization across 45 countries by managing internal and external team performance, building a cohesive operating structure across four regional Trade Compliance Operations teams, and partnering with International Transportation, Legal, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, IT, and Global Trade Compliance Governance leaders.

• Developing and implementing the global customs operating model, including standardized import/export processes, regional execution frameworks, performance management, training, and coaching.
• Managing customs broker execution worldwide, including third-party and internal self-filing customs broker activities.
• Leading the integration and continuous improvement of customs operational processes within SAP GTS and related digital execution platforms.
• Monitoring global trade operations execution metrics and program performance, driving root-cause identification, continuous improvement, corrective actions, and adoption.
• Leading customs audit readiness, customs authority engagements, corrective action management, and regulatory response activities in partnership with Legal and Trade Governance.
• Managing transfer pricing adjustments in certain countries for intercompany imports and leading customs valuation methodology operational implementation evaluations.
• Partnering as a trade expert with International Transportation, Legal, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, IT, and regional teams to drive consistent compliance messaging and organizational alignment.
• Translating regulatory requirements into clear, practical guidance and learning content, while promoting a strong culture of compliance through communications, awareness campaigns, and stakeholder engagement.

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who meet following minimum requirements:

• Extensive direct experience in trade compliance system integration, customs operations, customs broker management, trade program management, or related fields.
• Experience developing and leading customs compliance operations teams located in multiple countries.
• Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders in a complex, multi-industry global business environment.
• Experience with the SAP GTS customs compliance module, including self-filing customs broker execution, customs bonded warehouse operations, and free trade zone operations.
• Experience with intercompany sale transactions and transfer pricing as relates to customs valuation.
• Business-level written and verbal communication skills in English.

Additional knowledge / nice-to-have skills / preferred qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher; a master’s or professional degree is preferred.
• Experien…