Trade Operations Specialist 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Location:

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0137909

Date Posted:

2026-07-24

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Über die Position

Als Trade Operations Specialist im Service Business von Hitachi Energy übernimmst du eine zentrale Rolle bei der Sicherstellung der globalen Einhaltung von Aussenhandelsvorschriften. Als Spezialist für nichtpräferenziellen- und präferenziellen Ursprung und den gängigen Freihandelsabkommen agierst als Drehscheibenfunktion zwischen

Projektleitung, Lieferant, Kunde und unserer Exportabteilung.

Du bist Teil des Teams Standard Operations, das weltweit für die Distribution von Spareparts zu unseren Produkten verantwortlich ist. Du bist stets auf dem neuesten Stand bezüglich der Importanforderungen in den verschiedenen Ländern und trägst damit, in enger Zusammenarbeit mit funktionsübergreifenden Teams, zur effizienten und regelkonformen Abwicklung internationaler Waren- und Dienstleistungsströme bei.

Das kannst du bewirken

• Fachstelle im Bereich Freihandelsabkommen und Ursprungsregeln

• Einforderung der Nachweise für die Gewährleistung des Präferenziellen und Nichtpräferenziellen Ursprungs

• Präferenzkalkulationen gemäss geltender Freihandelsabkommen, Verwaltung von Ursprungsnachweisen und Klassifizierung von Gütern

• Ermittlung von Ursprung und HS-Code

• Mitarbeit in der kontinuierlichen Verbesserung und Leitung entsprechender Initiativen

Das bringst du mit

• Abgeschlossene technische /kaufmännische Ausbildung mit Weiterbildung zum/zur Aussenhandelsfachmann/-Leiter oder Entsprechende Erfahrung in den relevanten Bereichen

• Mind. 3 Jahre Berufserfahrung im Bereich Freihandelsabkommen und Ursprungsregeln oder herausragendes Potential zur Entwicklung der geforderten Kompetenzen

• SAP und GTS-Kenntnisse von Vorteil

• Sehr gute Deutschkenntnisse und gute Englischkenntnisse

• Lösungsorientierte Denkweise und Eigeninitiative

• Selbstständige und strukturierte Arbeitsweise

• Zugänglicher Teamplayer mit Freude daran, gemeinsam hoch gesteckte Ziele zu erreichen

Mehr über uns

Wir sind überzeugt, dass Spitzenleistungen dort entstehen, wo sich Menschen wertgeschätzt, unterstützt und fair belohnt fühlen. Unsere Benefits schaffen echten Mehrwert für unsere Mitarbeitenden und fördern Engagement, Leistungsbereitschaft und persönliche Entwicklung. Durch unseren Fokus auf Wohlbefinden und nachhaltiges Wachstum schaffen wir ein Arbeitsumfeld, in dem persönlicher und unternehmerischer Erfolg Hand in Hand gehen.

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The opportunity

As a Trade Operations Specialist in Hitachi Energy’s Service Business, you will play a key role in ensuring global compliance with international trade regulations. As a specialist in preferential and non-preferential origin as well as major free trade agreements (FTAs), you will act as a central interface between project management, suppliers, customers, and our export department.

You will be part of the Standard Operations team, which is responsible for the worldwide distribution of spare parts for our products. Staying up to date with import requirements across different countries, you will contribute to the efficient and compliant execution of international goods and service flows in close collaboration with cross-functional teams.

How you'll make an impact

• Serve as the subject matter expert for free trade agreements and rules of origin

• Obtain and manage documentation required to ensure preferential and non-preferential origin compliance

• Perform preferential origin calculations in accordance with applicable free trade agreements

• Manage certificates and proofs of origin and support the classification of goods

• Determine product origin and assign the appropriate HS (Harmonized System) codes

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and lead relevant projects and process enhancements

Your Background

• Completed technical or commercial vocational training, ideally supplemented by further education in international trade, customs, or foreign trade management, or equivalent professional experience in a related field

• At least 3 years of experience working with free trade agreements and rules of origin, or exceptional potential to develop the required expertise

• Knowledge of SAP and SAP GTS is an advantage

• Excellent German and good English communication skills

• Solution-oriented mindset with a proactive approach

• Independent, structured, and organized way of working

• Collaborative team player who enjoys working with others to achieve ambitious goals

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.