Manager - Trade Compliance & Logistics

Skip to main contentJobsDashboardProfileJoin Talent NetworkSign InEnglishSingle PositionENGAGE. INSPIRE. DEVELOP.View All JobsManager - Trade Compliance & LogisticsLivingston, United KingdomApply NowAdd to Job CartFind out how well you match with this jobUpload your resumeJob descriptionCompany blogJob IDR039920About usAt Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world.  By embracing an innovative culture of excellence, we pride ourselves on designing, manufacturing and servicing some of the world’s most transformative products. From life-saving medical technology and mission-critical defense solutions to sophisticated industrial automation, we’re proud to partner with our customers to bring their complex ideas to market. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. Living Our ValuesWith a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. Our values unite and guide us in everything that we do. Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. As part of our team, you’ll do impactful work within an inclusive environment where everyone works together to achieve extraordinary outcomes. You’ll be empowered to reach your full potential through managing your own personalised development plan and access to our learning and development programs.​We are seeking a high-caliber leader for a pivotal Trade Compliance & Logistics Manager role with comprehensive regional responsibility across EMEA. This position offers a distinct blend of strategic vision, operational execution, and team leadership.The Role & Long-Term TrajectoryThis position is structured for someone who wants to deeply embed themselves in a regional operation, drive sustainable value over time, and grow naturally with the organization.You will lead the EMEA trade compliance and logistics strategy, optimize site operations, manage key service providers, and develop a high-performing regional team.Key Responsibilities1. Strategic Leadership & Business PartnershipDefine Regional Strategy: Craft long-term, scalable, and sustainable trade and logistics strategies aligned with overall business growth and efficiency objectives.Stakeholder Communication: Maintain seamless communication with site, regional, and global leadership regarding compliance initiatives, priorities, and performance.Customer Solutions: Differentiate our service offering by designing tailored international trade and logistics solutions that add value for key clients.​2. Operational Execution & Continuous ImprovementProgram Oversight: Manage EMEA-wide import/export compliance execution, duty/freight expense management, and the selection, coordination, and negotiation with brokers and carriers.Process Optimization: Lead cross-functional process improvements and automation projects to move products in a more cost-effective, efficient, and compliant manner.Metrics & Governance: Establish and maintain a system of metrics and targets to measure regional performance, utilizing targeted site audits to close operational gaps.3. Risk Management & Regulatory GovernanceRisk Mitigation: Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management strategy to identify, assess, and mitigate potential trade compliance and logistics vulnerabilities across EMEA.Regulatory Advisory: Monitor and communicate shifting export/import compliance regulations across the complex EMEA landscape, serving as the voice of local operations to Corporate Trade Compliance.Agency Interface: Act as the primary interface with government agencies for resolutions and lead investigations regarding potential compliance violations.4. People Leadership & Organizational DesignTeam Development: Champion a "Best People" strategy by coaching, mentoring, and evaluating the potential of your...