DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure we transport our customers of shipments by air or sea. As the experts in freight forwarding, we deliver 100% assurance to our customers via a mindset that’s always looking ahead to the next commercial opportunity, predicting the next potential issue, anticipating the next global trend.
Because at DHL Global Forwarding, Freight, we’re not simply about freight forwarding. As Manager Global Ocean Freight Risk Management & Compliance Monitoring and Testing, you are responsible for operating the global monitoring and testing program for Ocean Freight Risk Management & Compliance.
This role independently validates through regulator grade, shipment level monitoring and testing that controls embedded under the Ocean Freight Risk Management & Compliance Charter are operating effectively in practice and that compliance breakdowns are detected before regulators do.
A critical focus is FMC / OSRA compliance testing, executed strictly in line with the FMC Compliance Audit SOP, complemented by testing of Dangerous Goods, trade documentation, billing transparency, agent compliance and security filings.
Compliance Monitoring & Testing Execution
Operate the global monitoring and testing program across the full Ocean Freight Risk Management & Compliance scope, including:
Agent and third-party compliance
Execute shipment level, file-based audits across all lifecycle gates:
Post shipment / file close
FMC / OSRA Compliance Audits
Execute FMC specific audits strictly aligned to the FMC Compliance Audit SOP, covering:
HBL / MBL legal and data integrity
Dangerous Goods & Safety Compliance Testing
Test DG shipments for compliance with IMDG Code requirements and IMO and SOLAS obligations
Validate accuracy and consistency of DG declarations, HBL/MBL data, and emergency information.
Security Filings & Trade Compliance Testing
Test compliance with security filing obligations, including timeliness and accuracy of ISF / AMS / ENS / ICS2 filings where applicable
Execute testing using standardized audit worksheets and checklists.
Escalate urgent findings to the Global OTI Compliance Owner for immediate containment.
Deep practical knowledge of FMC / OSRA compliance
~ Hands‑on audit and shipment‑file testing expertise
~ Degree in Compliance, Law, Supply Chain, or Business preferred
~7–12+ years in ocean freight compliance, audit, safety, or trade compliance
~ Proven experience executing FMC / maritime compliance audits
~ Strong documentation and evidence‑management capability
Your benefits
We offer excellent employee benefits, a competitive salary package and great development opportunities.
Positive work environment: Our TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certification attests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees
Comprehensive Benefits Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, social counseling, generous corporate discount programs and other employee wellbeing programs.
Global Exposure: Joining DHL Global Forwarding means being part of a truly global organization, providing you with the opportunity to work with diverse teams and gain exposure to international markets and practices.
Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and we strive to provide a flexible work environment.
We invest in our employees' growth by offering training programs, coaching, workshops, and resources to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Onboarding: Individual onboarding, training on the job, networking, a dedicated certified program.
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