Global Customs Manager

Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Frankfurt
Region:Hessen
Sector:Foreign Trade & Customs
Client Company Type:In-House
Job ref:9540
Post Date:May 21, 2026

About the Role

Global Customs Manager
Location: Frankfurt

Our client is seeking a Global Customs Manager to oversee international customs, trade and compliance-related activities across a global business environment. This is a specialist role with global scope and no direct people management responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support global customs and trade compliance processes and standards.
  • Lead compliance, process optimisation and automation initiatives.
  • Collaborate with international stakeholders on regulatory and operational topics.
  • Monitor regulatory developments and support risk mitigation activities.
  • Drive continuous improvement across systems, controls and governance processes.
  • Deliver guidance and training to international teams.

Your Profile:

  • Experience within customs, trade compliance or international operations environments.
  • Understanding of global compliance and regulatory processes.
  • Experience managing cross-functional or international projects.
  • Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.
  • Structured and proactive working style.
  • Fluent German and English language skills.

What’s on Offer?

  • International leadership role within a global organisation.
  • Flexible hybrid working environment.
  • Exposure to global operational and compliance initiatives.
  • Long-term development opportunities.

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