Lead Expert Customs & Trade Compliance - EMEA Region

Job title - Lead Expert Customs & Trade Compliance- EMEA region (79359)

Location – Geneva, Switzerland

Join dsm-firmenich as Lead Expert Customs & Trade Compliance ensuring compliance with customs and trade regulations across the EMEA region. This role acts as the regional point of contact for customs and trade matters, aligning strategies with the Global Customs & Trade Compliance team and supporting optimization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure alignment and implement customs compliance strategies within the region.
Support/teach EMEA Logistic teams on Customs & Trade Compliance queries.
Ensure adherence to trade regulations, import/export requirements, and government rulings.
Drive adoption and promote best practices related to customs and trade compliance within EMEA.
Identify and implement initiatives that optimize customs processes, including FTA utilization and other cost-saving programs.
Compliance of trade restrictions, export authorizations, licenses, and government rulings.
Provide expert support in customs/authority audits and inquiries.
Identify and inform the regional import/export requirements.
Cross Business Unit process alignment.

We offer:

Unique career paths across Perfumery & Beauty, Taste & Human Nutrition & Health – explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen.
A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do.
A science-led company with cutting-edge research and creativity – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers.
Growth that keeps up with you – join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership.
A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You Bring:

Minimum of 5 years of experience managing import/export compliance in a multinational environment.
Bachelor’s degree in business, International Trade, or related field required.
In-depth understanding of international customs laws, tariffs, trade agreements, and regulations.
Ability to identify compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Strong analytical skills to identify optimization opportunities.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience with Harmonized Tariff Schedule and classification of products.
Strong knowledge of import/export regulations and border compliance (for chemical products).
Experience in SAP (GTS) is desirable, and Microsoft Office required.
Fluent in English and French, German will be an asset.
Continuous Improvement mindset.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

The application process

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume via our career portal (www. dsm-firmenich.com/careers).

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

www.dsm-firmenich.com

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.