Trade Compliance Specialist – EMEA

About the role

Reporting to the EMEA Trade Compliance Manager, you will serve as one of Chemours' key customs and trade compliance experts in the region. This is a highly visible role at the intersection of international trade, compliance, logistics and manufacturing. You will help ensure that Chemours remains compliant with customs and trade regulations while supporting efficient business operations across EMEA. You will work closely with business leaders, supply chain teams, customs authorities and external customs brokers to strengthen compliance processes, manage risk and drive continuous improvement.

What you will do

• Provide expert guidance on customs compliance and international trade regulations
• Support customs valuation, tariff classification and origin determination activities
• Interpret regulatory changes and translate them into actionable business guidance
• Support customs audits, investigations and interactions with customs authorities
• Review customs declarations and compliance data to identify risks and opportunities
• Oversee external customs brokers and trade service providers
• Monitor supplier performance and compliance KPIs
• Support management of customs authorizations and special procedures
• Drive process improvements and continuous compliance enhancement initiatives
• Partner with stakeholders across supply chain, operations, finance and business units

What you bring

• Degree or professional training in customs, international trade, compliance, business, economics or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in customs compliance, customs brokerage, freight forwarding, logistics or trade compliance
• Hands-on experience with customs audits, investigations and customs authority interactions
• Strong knowledge of EU Customs legislation
• Experience with preferably SAP or other ERP systems
• Experience with customs valuation, classification and origin determination
• Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders
• Professional fluency in English and Dutch

Preferred qualifications

• Experience overseeing customs brokers or external trade providers
• Exposure to export controls and sanctions
• Experience with CBAM, F-Gas regulations or free trade agreements
• Experience within chemical, industrial, manufacturing or other highly regulated environments
• Knowledge of transfer pricing or dual-use goods

Why join Chemours?

• Become a recognized trade compliance expert within a global organization
• Help shape a transforming EMEA trade compliance function
• Work on complex, high-impact regulatory topics
• Collaborate with experienced compliance, legal and supply chain professionals
• Access ongoing learning and development opportunities

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package: the range starts at 68.720,- and ends at 95.563,- with a midpoint of 76.450,- euro.
• Annual bonus opportunity of 6% on target.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Commuter benefits
• Learning and development opportunities
• Hybrid working environment
• Company-paid volunteer day
• Pay Range (in local currency): €61,160.00 - €95,563.00

Don't meet every requirement? Research has shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Chemours, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be exactly the right candidate for this role or another opportunity within Chemours.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace.

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.

Recruitment process

Our process is designed to be transparent, professional and efficient. The selection process typically consists of:

• Recruiter interview via MS Teams (30-45 minutes)
• Online Korn Ferry assessment (100 minutes)
• First interview with the manager & a colleague (on-site)
• Final interview with a senior leader and additional stakeholders where applicable

Background screening before employment We aim to schedule first-round hiring manager interviews during the week of 21 September. Recrui