Trade Compliance Expert

Roger Dubuis seeks a Trade Compliance Expert in Villars-sur-Glane to manage customs regulations and free trade agreements within a dynamic, excellence-driven department.

This position sits within a growing team of motivated professionals dedicated to operational excellence. The primary focus is on navigating Customs regulations and leveraging Free Trade Agreements to support the company’s Trade Compliance function.

Responsibilities

• Track changes in Customs laws and Free Trade Agreements, evaluating their impact on business operations and managing associated risks.
• Design and lead training sessions for large groups on Customs operational best practices and the effective application of Free Trade Agreements.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to implement large-scale initiatives aimed at improving Customs operations and managing Free Trade Agreements.
• Draft or assist in creating high-level memos, guidance documents, directives, and internal communications for Trade Compliance.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on Trade Compliance, providing support and knowledge to international stakeholders across the Group.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external partners, including industry associations, consultants, and regulatory authorities, to interpret regulatory shifts and develop compliance strategies.

Requirements

• Possess 2-3 years of experience in an international setting, involving consultation, training, research, and content creation within Trade Compliance.
• Hold a Master’s degree in Law, Economics, or a related discipline, preferably obtained from a university in the EU, Switzerland, or the US.
• Demonstrate fluent, non-negotiable proficiency in both French and English, with excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Showcase strong verbal and written communication skills, complemented by a keen eye for visual and aesthetic presentation.
• Apply strong analytical capabilities to summarize complex regulations, interpret new rules, and translate potential risks into tangible business impacts.
• Navigate complex organizational structures, understand diverse stakeholder viewpoints, and clearly articulate ideas to Group Management.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a collaborative, consultative, and team-oriented approach.

Nice to have

• Prior experience using SAP and SAP GTS systems.
• Background in developing or delivering Corporate Training Programs, such as e-learning modules or classroom sessions.

What the company offers

• Join a passionate and diverse team committed to delivering exceptional service to internal clients.
• Deepen your understanding of the luxury watchmaking industry and explore your curiosity within this specialized field.
• Engage with and learn from industry experts and colleagues.

About the company

Roger Dubuis operates under Richemont, a global leader in the luxury sector specializing in jewelry, watches, and high-end accessories. The group is built on a tradition of style, quality, and craftsmanship, while actively pursuing innovation and continuous creativity. It values freedom, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarity, fostering an environment rooted in empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrity. The company is committed to caring for the world and believes its strength lies in the rich diversity of arts, cultures, and human skills, aiming to unlock untapped potential.

• Richemont is a world leader in luxury jewelry, watches, and accessories.
• The company combines tradition with innovation and permanent creativity.
• Core values include freedom, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarity.
• The group promotes empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrity.
• There is a strong commitment to environmental and social responsibility.
• Diversity in arts, cultures, and skills is seen as a key source of strength.