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Safran Manager Export Control, Customs & Corporate Compliance in Spelterstraße, Germany
Manager Export Control, Customs & Corporate Compliance
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General information
Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Helicopter Engines is the world's leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 75,000 produced since being founded. It offers the widest range of helicopter turboshafts in the world and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries.
Reference number
2026-175132
Job details
Job field / Job profile
Trade compliance and risks - Export control
Job title
Manager Export Control, Customs & Corporate Compliance
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Your Responsibilities
- Export Control & Trade Compliance (Primary Focus)
• Central Point of Contact: Serve as the primary contact for export control, customs, and trade compliance at the management level.
• Regulatory Framework: Develop and implement structures and processes based on AWV, EU Dual-Use Regulation, and US Re-export laws (ITAR/EAR) relevant to the aerospace sector.
• Permit Management: Manage the entire lifecycle of export authorizations (e.g., BAFA submissions), including deadline tracking and condition management (DE/EU/US).
• Operational Oversight: Coordinate import/export processes and review trade/customs documents to ensure quality assurance in collaboration with the CFO and SCM.
• Weapons Law & Legal Monitoring: Monitor developments in foreign trade and weapons law, ensuring practical implementation of new requirements.
• Authority Relations & Audits: Act as the main interface for external authorities (e.g., BAFA, Customs) and lead the preparation and execution of official audits.
• Training: Design and deliver specialized training on export control, customs, and weapons law for various internal audiences.
- Internal Control & Group Reporting (Interface to Bordes/Tarnos)
• Internal Control Framework (ICF): Implement and maintain the internal control system according to Group guidelines and French listed company standards (e.g., Sapin II / AMF).
• Self-Assessments: Coordinate and perform annual internal control self-assessments to safeguard the €180M turnover and operational processes.
• Process Optimization: Identify opportunities to optimize systems and structures to enhance control effectiveness and operational efficiency.
• Reporting Line: Provide direct reporting to the Export Responsibility Officer (Ausfuhrverantwortlicher), the CFO, and the French HQ.
- Site Compliance Management (General Compliance)
• Local Compliance Officer: Act as the first point of contact for all compliance-related issues for the 80-employee site (e.g., Anti-Corruption, Code of Conduct).
• Policy Implementation: Ensure the rollout of Group-wide compliance policies and adapt them to local German legal requirements.
• Advisory Role: Advise management and specialist departments on all compliance and trade-related risks.
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
Your Benefits
• A responsible position in a forward-looking, international company that values innovation.
• 33 vacation days, flexible working hours and modern tools to help you perform at your best.
• Up to 40 hours of training per year for your continuous development.
• Intensive onboarding with internal networking events.
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive social benefits, such as:
o Supplementary health insurance
o Company pension scheme
o Transportation allowance or full coverage of your Deutschlandticket
o Net income booster benefits
o Participation in our share savings plan and corporate benefits
• Free health check-ups, adjustable desks and (voluntary) participation in sports events.
• Company bicycle leasing.
• Annual budget for individual specialist literature and much more.
However, above all, we like to celebrate our successes together! Whether it's a new contract signature, award wins, summer festivals, Christmas parties, or kick-off activities, employee events are part of our corporate culture!
P.S.: We value diversity and see it as a natural part of who we are. We welcome applications from people regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, sexual orientation or any other personal characteristics.
Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Please apply online and let us know your earliest possible start date and your salary expectations.
We look forward to receiving your application! If you have any
Candidate skills & requirements
Your Profile
• Completed degree in law, business administration, industrial engineering, international business, customs law or a comparable qualification.
• Several years of relevant experience (at least 8 years) in export control, customs, and compliance management, preferably in an international industrial setting.
• Profound understanding of foreign trade regulations (AWG/AWV, EU Dual-Use Regulation, Union Customs Code) as well as knowledge of US regulations (ITAR, EAR).
• Strong experience in setting up and applying compliance management systems (e.g. IDW PS 980, ISO 37301).
• Confident handling of SAP (MM/SD module) and common MS Office tools.
• Fluent German (C2) and very good English skills (C1).
Your Strengths
• Strategic and analytical thinking with strong legal understanding.
• Excellent communication and consulting skills at all hierarchical levels.
• Team-oriented working style with leadership qualities and diplomatic flair.
• High level of responsibility, resilience, and enthusiasm to proactively tackle complex topics.
• Motivation for continuous development and passion for compliance issues.
Job location
Job location
Europe, Germany
City (-ies)
Spelterstraße 1 22848 Norderstedt
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Master Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 5 years