Foreign Trade Compliance Specialist

pINEOS Styrolution is the number one producer of high-performance styrenics, offering a broad portfolio that comprises styrene monomer, polystyrene, ABS, and advanced styrenics. The company delivers customized solutions for customers across automotive, healthcare, electronics, household, construction, packaging, toys, sports and leisure sectors. With more than 90 years of innovation in material science and 14 production sites worldwide, INEOS Styrolution combines global reach with local expertise to meet the evolving needs of its customers. This includes bringing safe, sustainable, and high-performing products to market and supporting their efforts toward meeting their sustainability targets. INEOS Styrolution is fully owned by INEOS Group. /p h3Job Title /h3 pForeign Trade Compliance Specialist /p h3The Position /h3 h3Role Summary /h3 pThe main purpose of this role is the execution and management of customs and foreign trade compliance formalities in order to be in compliance with applicable (inter)national rules and regulations, as well as internal company guidelines. /p pIn this role you ensure smooth physical product flow (in
- and outbound), without customs or foreign trade related delays, and act as an expert advisor to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders on a number of specific customs and foreign trade topics. /p pThis position reports to the Head of Export Foreign Trade Compliance EMEA. /p h3What you will do /h3 ul libProcess stability and operations: /b Planning and largely autonomously executing all activities regarding customs import, transit, and export in Belgium. You act as a customs declarant and handle customs clearance in the port and at relevant locations. /li libEMEA Imports: /b You have an active role in INEOS Styrolution’ s import processes into EMEA for direct to customer imports as well as to warehouse imports. You are responsible for EMEA’s Intercompany Purchase Order maintenance andImport Clearance. /li libEMEA Foreign Trade tasks: /bYou work as part of an EMEA team with Foreign Trade and Compliance responsibilities for all European product flows. In this role you support your team with various, relevant tasks, such as EMEA VAT Reporting, Long Term Supplier Declarations, Export control and others. /li libProcess compliance and regulations: /bYou ensure that all activities under your scope of responsibility and advisory are fully planned and executed in compliance with internal, national, and international rules and regulations, including AEO certifications, permits, and sanction controls. /li libOperational excellence and optimization: /bYou formulate proposals for new or adapted and automized working procedures, submit them to management, and monitor their implementation. /li libRelationships and collaboration: /b You maintain on behalf of INEOS Styrolution professional relationships with authorities (such as chambers of commerce and customs) and keep up to date on changing requirements and regulations. Internally, you work closely with cross-functional teams logistics service providers (LSPs), and internal stakeholders. /li libSupport and ad-hoc tasks: /b You actively support projects, claims and complaint management, and assist with operational topics within the EMEA Supply Chain organization when requested. /li /ul h3What you bring /h3 ul liA Bachelor's degree (preferably in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a business-related field), or equivalent through relevant work experience. /li liAdvanced knowledge of customs and foreign trade procedures, including Incoterms. /li liBasic to advanced knowledge of VAT regulations and logistics. /li liBasic knowledge of the process industry, preferably in the plastics or chemical industry, and a thorough understanding of the order-to-cash cycle. /li liFluent in Dutch and English (both oral and written); knowledge of German and French is a plus. /li /ul h3General experience /h3 ul liMinimum of 3 years of professional experience in Customs and Foreign Trade Compliance. /li liExperience in independently executing customs and logistics processes in an international environment. /li /ul h3Technical Skills /h3 ul liAdvanced knowledge of SAP (ERP/SD/AEB) and port-related systems. /li liExperience with data analysis and supporting Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solutions. /li libProblem solving and solution-oriented: /bStrong hands-on mentality, critical thinking skills, and ability to filter and upscale operational risks. /li libStress resistance and organization: /b Proven stress resistance, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to set proper priorities in a complex environment. /li libCommunication and collaboration: /b Excellent interpersonal and intercultural skills, a customer‑centric attitude, and a proactive approach to conflict resolution. /li /ul h3The Location /h3 pThis opportunity is located at our production site in Antwerp, Belgium. /p pContract: Full‑time /p pWe believe diversity is perceivin