About the Role
The Shared Production Unit (Carl Zeiss Jena GmbH) is the joint production unit and part of a global ZEISS group of companies. We produce key components for our ZEISS divisions, creating essential prerequisites for innovative solutions for our customers.
Your Role
As the central interface for export control, customs, technical classification and master data, you are responsible for the holistic design of our foreign trade-relevant processes. You combine the previous tasks of the export control officer with the technical review office and ensure transparency, compliance, data quality and efficient processes in the global value chain.
•Definition, review and ongoing update of foreign trade-relevant material master data
•Technical assessment of materials with regard to customs tariff number, goods classification, country/region of origin, and export control-relevant characteristics according to the goods directory and customs descriptions
•Review business transactions, list hits and end-use risks; clarify, release or escalate restricted cases with Export Control
•Prepare and support approval procedures; compile required technical and export control documentation
•As the central SPU interface, coordinate foreign trade master data and technical assessments with Export Control/Customs and the specialist departments
•Document data, assessments and decisions in an audit- and revision-proof manner
•Help shape and standardize local processes according to CSOP EC.01
Your Profile
•Technical or business degree or equivalent qualification with relevant professional experience
•Ideally experience in foreign trade, export control or master data management; knowledge of DE/EU/US export control and customs tariff classification is an advantage
•Technical understanding of products and processes, preferably in optics, mechanics, assembly or chemistry
•Confident in SAP and MS Office, good English skills; experience with JIRA, workflow or analysis tools ideally present
•Independent, careful and solution-oriented; ensure compliance and data quality, represent decisions objectively and consistently follow up on clarifications
Scope of the Position
The position combines the operational function of the export control officer, the technical export control review, and the responsibility for foreign trade master data.
Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Norman Funk
