About this role
Senior Specialist Customs Compliance EMEA - (30011877)
Description
- Senior Specialist Customs Compliance EMEA
- Why Ansell?
- At Ansell, by staying two steps ahead of workplace risk, we aim to deliver innovative safety solutions that enhance people's quality of life. As a global leader in protection solutions, we design and develop a wide range of products including gloves, clothing, and other protective gear, to keep workers safe and productive in industrial, medical, and consumer applications.
- Discover more about our company, our team, and our values by visiting us at www.ansell.com
- Ansell is looking for a Senior Specialist Customs Compliance EMEA to join our team in Brussels, Belgium.
- In this position, you will play a key role in ensuring full compliance with global and regional trade regulations across import, export, and customs operations. You will act as a subject matter expert for customs compliance across Europe and the Middle East, partnering closely with Logistics, Procurement, Legal, Sales, and external authorities to maintain and continuously improve robust compliance processes aligned with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
- What benefits and opportunities does Ansell offer?
- Competitive compensation, including a performance-based annual incentive
- Flexible and hybrid work model
- A culture of belonging and inclusion, where collaboration thrives and everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered across our global community
- Ansell University programs to develop professional and interpersonal skills
- Opportunities to grow and develop within the organization
RESPONSIBILITIES & SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Ensure alignment with customs compliance requirements across EMEA through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
- Own and maintain customs KPIs, identifying improvement opportunities and driving compliance optimization
- Manage Denied/Restricted Party Screening and support AEO certification processes
- Oversee customs entry audits and coordinate with brokers and external service providers
- Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigation actions
- Support customs clearance operations across regional warehouses and direct shipments
- Ensure timely reporting to customs authorities
- Act as SME for tariff classification, origin, valuation, trade documentation, and regulatory audits.
- Monitor regulatory changes and implement necessary compliance actions
- Develop and deliver training and awareness programs
- Drive standardization and continuous improvement of customs processes and systems
KEY POSITION REQUREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Customs, International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field
- Professional certifications in customs and trade compliance are considered an asset
- Minimum 5–7 years of experience in customs operations and trade compliance within Europe, with UAE exposure desirable
- Strong expertise in customs regulations, clearance procedures, tariff classification, customs valuation, and rules of origin
- Experience working with ERP and customs systems (e.g., SAP, Customs Streamliner and / or similar tools)
- Proven experience managing customs brokers, external vendors, and cross-border operations
- Experience working in a regional or multinational matrix organization
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex processes and implement practical compliance solutions
- Ability to independently troubleshoot complex customs and operational issues and provide recommendations
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Fluent English and Dutch and strong French will be preferred
- Additional requirements
- Willingness to travel up to 25%
- Ability to represent the customs compliance function internally and externally
Strong alignment with Ansell Values: Whatever you do, take PRIDE:
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Passion
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Reliable
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Integrity
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Deliver
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Empowerment
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Join us to lead the world to a safer future — apply today!
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Equal Opportunity Employer
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Ansell commits to securing an equal opportunity recruitment and selection process. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, ethnic origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other factors that could be deemed discriminatory.
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Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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Ansell’s vision is about creating safe spaces where diverse perspectives are valued alongside individual contributions. Togetherness prevails over individuality. We believe everyone deserves to belong, feel included, and be empowered to achieve success.
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Primary
Location
Belgium-Brussels-Brussels Work Locations: BE Brussels Riverside Business Park-Block J Riverside Business Park-Block J Internationalelaan 55 BRUSSELS 1070
Job: Supply Chain Organization: Supply Chain Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Job Level: Analyst Job Posting: Jul 31, 2026