Senior Global Trade Compliance Manager at Smiths Group

Slough, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Global Trade Compliance, Export Controls, Customs Regulations, Sanctions Compliance, SAP GTS, Tariff Management, Duty Cost Optimisation, Product Classification, Risk Management, Audit and Investigation, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning, Regulatory Reporting, Free Trade Agreements, Digital Transformation, Cross-functional Leadership

Industry

Security and Investigations

Description

Company Description John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies. We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards. John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. Job Description We are seeking a Senior Global Trade Compliance Manager to lead and enhance our global trade compliance function. This role is critical in minimising compliance risks, optimising duty costs, and enabling international growth. You will act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, overseeing customs, export controls, sanctions, and antiboycott compliance. In addition, you will drive digital transformation initiatives, including SAP GTS/TCM implementation, and lead a global network of Trade Compliance Officers. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Governance Develop and continuously improve the global trade compliance framework Align operational processes with corporate governance, ethics, and compliance standards Monitor geopolitical and regulatory changes, advising leadership on risks and mitigation strategies Lead strategy development and cross-functional execution of compliance initiatives Compliance Operations Act as subject matter expert on global trade compliance, particularly across EMEA Ensure adherence to export controls, sanctions, customs, and antiboycott regulations Oversee product classification, licensing, customs activity, screening, and record-keeping Conduct audits, investigations, and implement corrective actions Monitor regulatory changes and ensure timely organisational response Tariff & Cost Optimisation Lead initiatives to reduce tariff exposure and duty spend Conduct tariff modelling, forecasting, and scenario planning Drive utilisation of free trade agreements and duty recovery programmes Digital & Process Transformation Lead implementation and optimisation of SAP GTS and other TCM systems Drive automation of classification, screening, and documentation processes Enhance governance of classification and country-of-origin data Partner with IT to improve system capabilities and compliance controls Risk Management & Assurance Assess and monitor trade compliance risk profile Ensure audit readiness and regulatory adherence across global operations Investigate potential compliance breaches and implement remediation actions Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership Lead and develop a global Trade Compliance network Provide training and capability-building across functions Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Commercial teams Influence senior stakeholders and support strategic decision-making Key Metrics for Success Compliance quality and audit accuracy (>98%) Reduction in duty spend and tariff exposure Free Trade Agreement utilisation rates Predictability and transparency of tariff costs Successful delivery of digital transformation projects (e.g., SAP GTS implementation) Qualifications Experience Required Significant experience in global trade compliance within an international organisation Deep knowledge of export/import controls, sanctions, customs, and global regulations Experience operating within complex global supply chains Proven track record in compliance programme development and implementation Experience with SAP ERP, SAP GTS, QAD, and other trade compliance systems Expertise in tariff management and cost optimisation strategies Strong experience in audits, investigations, and regulatory reporting Demonstrated leadership of global or large-scale programmes Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business actions Strong analytical and financial acumen Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) Fluent in English (additional languages are advantageous) Additional Information With colleagues stretching across the globe, we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity, we run employee resource groups (ERGs) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERGs include Veterans, Pride Network, Black Employee Network, Women@Work Network, and Neurodiversity. Across our company, we recognize excellence, culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards, our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities, people, and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day, a global celebration of Smiths around our network. Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc) Grade: 13 Employee Group: Permanent Global Region: Europe

Responsibilities

Lead the global trade compliance function to minimize risks, optimize duty costs, and ensure adherence to export controls and sanctions. Drive digital transformation through the implementation of SAP GTS and manage a global network of Trade Compliance Officers.