Trade Strategy Manager

Job Description 

We have an amazing opportunity for a Trade and Customs Compliance Manager to make a real difference at Kraft Heinz. The position lies within the Global Indirect Tax Team. Reporting directly  to the Indirect Tax, Europe; this role will partner with various departments including Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, Tax and Controllership to align trade operations with the overall business objectives. 

The Trade and Customs Compliance Manager will serve as the primary contact for all trade and customs related matters within Kraft Heinz, which connects to the broader tax requirements and initiatives. The role will primarily focus on trade outside of North America (mostly Europe). 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement trade programs and processes to ensure compliance, reduce risks, and maximize operational efficiency in the following areas 

• Customs broker declaration, tariff classification, customs valuation, origin and FTAs, import licenses 

• Maintain trade compliance policies and procedures in line with AEO standards by conducting routine internal audits, self-assessments and post-clearance reviews 

• Review trade flow design to ensure compliance and documentation requirements are met 

• Manage customs audits across different regions with customs authorities and business units; ensuring risk mitigation, implementing corrective actions and adherence to international and local regulations  

• Manage Inward Processing License in the Netherlands 

• Identify and execute savings opportunities (e.g., FTZ/bonded warehousing, inward processing, duty drawback, tariff suspension, where applicable) while maintaining traceability 

• Ensure compliant customs valuation (assists, royalties, freight, etc.) and alignment with finance/transfer pricing requirements 

• Own trade master data and related trade management tools (i.e. SAP GTS, Oracle GTM) 

• Monitor and support compliance with ESG Taxes and related initiatives (CBAM, Plastic Packaging Tax, Sugar Tax) 

• Coordinate with tax team on import VAT, and ensure operational alignment for Intrastat reporting where required 

• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on trade compliance topics and best  

practices 

Minimum Qualifications  

• Bachelor of Science degree in International Trade, Finance, Tax, International Business, Tax Law or similar field 

• CPG / FMCG experience preferred 

• 7+  years of experience in trade compliance, customs operations, international trade and audit defense 

• Extensive knowledge in both EU customs and VAT 

• Proficient in Excel, Power Point and ERP systems (SAP preferred) 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch 

Professional Attributes 

• Communication Skills - Exposure to senior leadership requires excellent communication skills and the ability to manage internal and external stakeholder relationships 

• Ability to Simplify - Simplification skills are highly appreciated when providing simple solutions dealing with complex challenges 

• Business Sense - Always seeking savings opportunities and creating efficiencies while delivering targets 

• Analytical - As a data driven company; translate complex data into straightforward, actionable solutions through strong analytical thinking 

• High pressure -  Ability to work in a high intensity environment, managing multiple projects concurrently with limited supervision   

Location 

Amsterdam