About the role
Based in Wieze, Belgium, the trilingual Senior Manager Customs & Trade Europe leads and integrates all customs and trade activities across Europe. This strategic role ensures regulatory compliance, drives operational excellence, and identifies opportunities for cost optimization and trade efficiency. The role partners with senior leadership to shape the customs and trade agenda and ensures alignment with Barry Callebaut’s global strategy.
All production plants and supply chain facilities in Europe are in scope.
Key responsibilities include
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Development and execution of the the ONE Europe Customs & Trade model
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To Define and implement best-in-class processes, standards, and systems on customs brokerage and trade to secure compliance, mitigate risks, and enable business continuity.
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To Lead strategic initiatives to drive duty savings, FTA optimization, and supply chain efficiency, in close partnership with sourcing, logistics, and finance.
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To Act as the primary liaison with customs authorities, trade regulators, and industry bodies; represent Barry Callebaut’s interests at a senior level.
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To Foster a culture of compliance, awareness, and continuous improvement; ensure governance through internal controls, audits, and risk assessments.
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To Translate global initiatives on classification, valuation, origin, and standards into Europe; drive deployment in collaboration with peers and Centers of Excellence.
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To Champion the use of technology to enhance customs and trade compliance and operational performance.
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