Role: Supply Chain Compliance Specialist
Location: London (Hybrid)
Competitive Salary
Pod Talent are excited to be partnering with a highly successful international organisation operating within the ingredients manufacturing sector, supplying a diverse range of markets across food, personal care, chemical and industrial applications. With a strong global footprint and a reputation for quality, innovation and operational excellence, the business continues to invest in its people, processes and compliance capabilities to support long-term growth.
This is an exciting time to join, with the organisation evolving its compliance function and creating opportunities for experienced professionals to make a genuine impact. You'll work alongside knowledgeable subject matter experts in a collaborative and supportive environment where your expertise will be highly valued.
Reporting to the Head of Compliance, the Supply Chain Compliance Officer will act as the business expert for trade and supply chain compliance matters. This is a standalone specialist role within the compliance team, responsible for ensuring products can be traded compliantly across international markets through the effective management of commodity classifications, tariffs, licences, certifications and customs requirements. Working closely with Product Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Quality and Commercial teams, you will help translate complex regulations into practical business processes while supporting operational and strategic decision-making.
Key responsibilities:
- Own product classification, commodity codes and tariff setup across the product portfolio.
- Ensure trade compliance for new products, including origin verification, licences, permits and certifications
- Monitor changes to tariffs, customs regulations, quotas and trade requirements, assessing business impact
- Act as the subject matter expert for customs, import/export compliance and product classification queries
- Deliver training and guidance to stakeholders, translating complex regulations into practical actions
- Support audits, investigations and continuous improvement initiatives while working closely with internal and external partners
- Develop and improve compliance procedures, controls and operational processes across Supply Chain and Logistics
What we are looking for:
- 5+ years experience in trade compliance, supply chain compliance, customs compliance or a similar specialist role
- Strong knowledge of commodity codes, tariffs, customs procedures, and import/ export regulations
- Experience within a regulated sector such as food, feed, ingredients, chemicals, or personal care
- Proven ability to interpret complex regulations, influence stakeholders and delivery training
- Detail oriented, proactive, confident operating independently within a fast paced international environment.
- Full right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not provided
We receive a high number of applications, if you do not hear back within 2 weeks please assume that you have not been successful.