Trade Compliance Manager

Trade Compliance Manager

At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet.

Be a driving force behind global trade compliance at a market leader in sustainable ingredients.

Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid and its derivatives and a trusted supplier of food preservation solutions, functional blends, and algae-based ingredients. With manufacturing sites across The Netherlands, Thailand, the United States, Brazil, Spain, and Mexico, we are shaping the future of sustainable innovation.

We’re looking for a Trade Compliance Manager to join our dynamic team and lead the development and execution of our global customs compliance program.

In this position, you report to the Regulatory Director EMEA. You will work closely with teams across Supply Chain, Operations, Product Management, and Regulatory Affairs to ensure compliance is seamlessly integrated across the business.

Your Impact

As the Trade Compliance Manager, you will:

• Design and implement a comprehensive global customs compliance strategy aligned with Corbion’s operations and international regulations.
• Ensure adherence to HS codes, tariffs, sanctions, and export control laws across our global operations.
• Develop internal policies, processes, and tools to ensure robust import/export compliance across all business units and regions.
• Lead audits and compliance assessments, identify risks, support external audits, and manage corrective actions.
• Oversee complex harmonized system classifications and act as a key point of contact for government inquiries and regulatory matters.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, logistics, supply chain, and commercial teams to embed compliance into day-to-day operations.
• Develop and deliver training programs to promote a strong culture of compliance.
• Support international expansion, advising on trade law implications in new markets and ventures.

What You Bring

• A bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business Economics, or a related field – ideally with a focus on international trade law.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in trade compliance, customs management, or regulatory affairs in a multinational environment.
• Proficiency in SAP and PIM systems.
• Strong knowledge of trade laws, export controls, and customs regulations globally.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate complex regulations into actionable business practices.
• Fluency in English is required; Spanish and one additional language are a plus.
• A collaborative, detail-oriented communicator able to engage at all levels of the organization.
• A strong professional network and established government relations are desirable.
• You are able to commute to our Gorinchem (NL), Amsterdam, or Montmeló (ES) office at least 3 times per week.

Why Join Corbion?

At Corbion, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven company at the forefront of sustainable innovation. We empower our teams to make meaningful contributions, take ownership, and grow in a truly global environment. If you're passionate about navigating the complexities of international trade and want to make a tangible impact, we want to hear from you.

Despite its international character, Corbion also remains an important and established employer locally. Corbion is known as a company with proud employees and excellent employment conditions. Core values such as cooperation, caring for each other and the world, courage, and dedication ensure a good working atmosphere. This is reflected in, among other things, often long-term employment contracts. It’s not uncommon for multiple generations of the same family to work at Corbion.

Due to the size of the company, there are plenty of growth opportunities—while still maintaining a personal, people-first culture. We also heavily invest in the development and advancement of our employees.

Why work at Corbion?

• Innovative projects: Work on technologies that solve global challenges.
• Sustainable focus: Contribute to a better world through environmentally friendly solutions.
• Growth and development: Access to training and career development opportunities.
• Regional connections: Make an impact globally while staying rooted in a community-focused company.

Ready to shape the future of sustainable trade compliance?
Apply today and join a global leader in smart, sustainable solutions.

About Corbion

Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid and its derivatives, and a leading supplier of emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, minerals, vitamins, and algae ingredients. We use our unique expertise in fermentation and other processes to deliver sustainable solutions for the preservation of food and food production, health, and our planet. For over 100 years, we have been uncompromising in our commitment to safety, quality, innovation and performance. Drawing on our deep application and product knowledge, we work side-by-side with customers to make our cutting-edge technologies work for them. Our solutions help differentiate products in markets such as food, home & personal care, animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2024, Corbion generated annual sales of €1,288.1 million and had a workforce of 2,399 FTE. Corbion is listed on Euronext Amsterdam.

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