Staff Member Trade Compliance (m/f/x) fixed-term (18 months)

NovaTaste is a global leader in taste innovation, delivering tailored culinary solutions and memorable taste experiences. A broad portfolio of renowned brands across Europe and internationally brings together extensive expertise in spices, seasoning blends, marinades, functional ingredients and food cultures. Close to its customers and anchored in global expertise, NovaTaste develops tailored solutions for food manufacturers, wholesalers, butchers, gastronomy and food service operators. These solutions enhance taste, texture and shelf life while consistently addressing sustainability and functional requirements. The company operates 21 locations in Europe, North America and Asia and employs more than 2,400 people who serve over 12,000 customers worldwide.

Tasks

• Handling and further development of customs and foreign trade topics along the supply chain
• Providing technical support to departments (procurement, logistics, supply chain, sales) on customs-related matters
• Carrying out (depending on professional background):
• Tariff classifications
• Reviews of import and export processes
• Origin and preference checks
• Activities in the field of export control and sanctions law
• Contributing to ensuring compliance with national and international customs and foreign trade regulations
• Supporting audits, internal controls, and, if applicable, authority inquiries
• Maintaining and further developing customs-relevant master data and documentation
• Supporting projects (e.g., process improvements, system changes, new legal requirements)

Skills

• Completed commercial education (e.g., business school), relevant apprenticeship, university degree, or comparable qualification
• Initial professional experience in trade compliance/customs is an advantage
• Alternatively: willingness to further develop professionally in this field
• Confident handling of MS Office and ERP systems; SAP knowledge is a plus
• Very good German and English skills, both written and spoken
• Independent, structured, and solution-oriented working style
• Quick understanding of complex processes and regulatory frameworks
• High level of initiative and sense of responsibility
• Strong communication skills and enjoyment of cross-functional collaboration
• Organizational skills and ability to set clear priorities
• Openness to new challenges and continuous development

Benefits

• Affordable lunch options in our award-winning company restaurants
• Attractive employee discounts on spices, vinegars, oils, etc. in our shop, as well as local discounts with various partner companies
• Physiotherapy with low co-payment, company doctor, occupational pension plan, company bike
• Flexible working hours through an attractive flextime model and the option for remote work
• Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Diverse range of tasks within a constructive, productive, and highly innovative work environment in a successful international company
• Promotion of continuous personal and professional development

The collective agreement minimum salary for this position is €2,603.59 gross per month. A significant overpayment in line with your qualifications and experience is, of course, possible.