Compliance Expert Business Partner

For our headquarter office in Waregem (Belgium) we are looking for a Compliance Expert Business Partner.

Your role and responsibilities 

The Customs & Trade Compliance Expert Business Partner assists and provides support to the Global Customs & Trade Compliance Manager in protecting the TVH Parts Holding NV (TVH) reputation and integrity in terms of customs and trade compliance to sustain the TVH success. 

Therefore, the Customs & Trade Compliance Expert Business Partner provides support to the Global Customs & Trade Compliance Manager by assisting in the execution of the following tasks:

• Acting as a key compliance business partner in our major transformation project, shaping the solution landscape, including global trade management capabilities;

• Assist in the design, optimization and continuous improvement of key business processes across departments, ensuring they align with organizational goals;

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business and create streamlined processes; 

• Identifying, naming and analyzing possible in scope customs and trade compliance requirements and risks as well as their impact on TVH and its stakeholders;

• Respond to queries related to customs & trade compliance and activities of the organization;

• Monitoring and reporting of customs & trade compliance related activities, actions, systems and infringements in meeting the compliance requirements and the management of compliance risks;

• Follow up of developments in regulations, rulings, policies, guidelines and
  expectations globally;

• Serve as a primary point of contact for customs- and compliance related inquiries;

• Coaching, give training, supporting and/or advising of TVH staff members on meeting customs and trade requirements in carrying out their daily activities.

Your profile

• Bachelor degree or equivalent by experience;

• 2 - 3 years of experience and at least 2 years of experience in a customs and trade compliance related function;

• Experience in legal analysis, compliance, risk management;

• Knowledge of global customs regulations, trade compliance and logistics processes; 

• Familiarity with trade compliance software and tools and/or ERP systems;

• Good understanding of the functioning of processes and procedures;

• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments;

• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving issues;

• Knowledge of risk, internal control, internal audit and monitoring techniques is considered a plus;

• Fluent in Dutch & English both spoken and written, French is a plus.

What's in it for you

• A competitive salary with benefits such as a company car, meal vouchers and insurances.

• Flexible working hours, home working and a healthy work-life balance.

• 20 paid vacation days and 12 WTR days.

• An easily accessible work location (but remote work is also possible).

• A people-centric culture where your fitness and mental well-being matter.

• Lunch breaks and sports facilities in TVH Park, the company's green zone.

• Access to LinkedIn Learning and many in-house (and external) training courses.

• Fun after works and other optional events (e.g. TVH Kaffee).

People are at our heart

TVH is a global business with a family atmosphere, where people are at the center. We value clarity, mutual respect, kindness and open communication. Our people are down-to-earth, easy to work and engage with. We welcome differences and celebrate new ideas.

About TVH

TVH is a parts specialist for quality parts and accessories for material handling, industrial vehicles, and construction and agricultural equipment. Working at TVH is opting for a company that excels as an international market leader and is well-known for its unstoppable craving for innovation.

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