Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.
Your Key Responsibilities
1. Lead Regional Function: Oversee and drive export control and sanctions compliance activities across the region, fostering a strong culture of compliance and accountability
2. Advisor to Leadership: Serve as the key legal and compliance advisor to executive management. Proactively communicate regulatory developments and provide strategic guidance on export controls, embargoes, and sanctions
3. Policy & Decision Authority: Develop and implement regional export control and sanctions strategies in line with global policies. Hold final decision-making authority in the region on these matters
4. Regulatory Change Management: Monitor, anticipate, and implement regulatory changes, ensuring regional business adaptation to evolving requirements
5. Risk Management: Identify and assess compliance risks; propose and oversee mitigation strategies. Advise leadership on risk exposure
6. External Liaison: Represent the organization to regulators, government agencies, and industry groups regarding export control and sanctions
7. Incident Management: Lead regulatory investigations, disclosures, and corrective actions as needed
8. Licensing Oversight: Manage export license applications, approvals, and recordkeeping with relevant authorities
9. Training & Awareness: Deliver targeted training programs and drive ongoing awareness initiatives throughout the region
10. Continuous Improvement: Regularly review and enhance processes and policies, leveraging best practices and new technologies
11. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal partners, including legal, compliance, customs, and business units, to enable compliant and efficient international operations
Your Qualifications
12. Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline
13. Minimum of 8–10 years’ hands-on experience in export control and sanctions compliance
14. Demonstrated advancement and leadership success in the export control field, with experience advising executives on compliance issues and best practices
15. Proven ability to influence, develop, and implement policies and strategies within complex matrix organizations
16. Strong analytical, management, and decision-making skills, with the authority and assertiveness to lead confidently
17. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams
18. In-depth knowledge of EU and US re-export control compliance and regulations
19. Recognized subject matter expert in export control compliance management systems
20. Extensive experience defining and deploying export control policies, compliance programs, manuals, and processes
21. Proficient in using export control software for compliance monitoring and management
22. Excellent command of English and German, both spoken and written, enabling clear and effective communication in an international setting
23. Proficiency with the MS Office suite for efficient task management and reporting
As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.
Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your online application.
Your Contact
Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG
Vanessa Sprenz
+499132825788
Keywords: Managers; Manager; Full-Time; Unlimited; Legal & Export Control;