Senior Trade Compliance Analyst EMEA

Join our amazing team as our next (Senior) Trade Compliance Analyst and help drive our success forward!

For our team in EMEA, we are looking for a new team member to join us as (Senior) Trade Compliance Analyst
. As a (Senior) Trade Compliance Analyst for the EMEA region, you will report to the Senior Global Trade Compliance Manager based in California, USA. In this role, you will ensure full compliance with international trade regulations, support regional business operations, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across key areas, including import/export operations, export controls & sanctions compliance, classification, and origin determination.

You will set strategic goals and objectives for trade compliance operations across EMEA, oversee the execution of key compliance projects, and serve as a subject matter expert to internal stakeholders. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of global trade regulations.

• Collaborate with business leaders, the Legal team, and the Global Trade Compliance team to develop and implement trade compliance processes, SOPs, internal control plans, training programs, and initiatives across the EMEA region. Ensure QO’s compliance with U.S., EU, and UK regulations governing the import and export of goods.
• Monitor and assess regulatory changes affecting QO’s supply chain. Provide analysis and guidance on regulatory changes, interpreting import and export control requirements across EMEA, and proactively implement process updates when needed.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate import/export risks across the region. Drive process improvements and automation initiatives using continuous improvement methodologies to enhance trade compliance.
• Identify compliance gaps and lead corrective action efforts.
• Oversee accurate assignment of classifications, and Dual-Use codes for goods. Determine preferential/non-preferential Country of Origin based on bill of materials.
• Lead and oversee daily trade operations, acting as the regional subject matter expert to ensure alignment with global compliance standards.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely and compliant resolution of trade-related issues.
• Resolve compliance issues affecting product flows, especially time-sensitive shipments related to QO supply.
• Work directly with customs brokers and internal stakeholders to ensure all transactions comply with US, EU and UK customs laws through effective deployment and integration of internal controls.
• Manage export compliance activities, including export licenses, diversion risk assessments, and export declarations.
• Maintain accurate trade data for all products, including ECCNs, HTS codes, Country of Origin, valuation, and invoice accuracy to ensure timely and compliant customs clearance.
• Support internal and external audits, customs inquiries, and risk assessments.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities and drive the implementation.

• Experience in trade compliance, including import/export operations, regulatory analysis, and classification activities.
• Strong knowledge of Harmonized System (HS), ECCN classification, General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs), and Free trade Agreements in the US, UK and EU.
• Strong knowledge of US export controls (EAR) and sanctions, EU/UK Dual-Use regulations and sanctions, and other international trade sanctions regimes.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Law, Logistics, or Finance, or equivalent professional experience is preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with U.S. export controls and sanctions regulations (e.g., EAR, OFAC) is preferred.
• Prior experience in the medical device or healthcare sector, with knowledge of industry‑specific trade compliance requirements is preferred.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems, particularly in managing trade compliance‑related data and workflows is preferred.
• Candidates with less experience may be considered for a Trade Compliance Analyst position.

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