Customs & Trade Compliance Specialist

Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.

A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.

Role Overview:

The Customs & Trade Compliance Specialist ensures the company’s international trade operations run smoothly, efficiently, and in full compliance with global customs regulations. This role exists to manage critical customs processes, maintain regulatory certifications (like AEO), and support business continuity by resolving urgent trade issues. It directly impacts the company’s ability to move goods across borders without delays or penalties, safeguarding both operational flow and legal compliance.

Responsibilities:

CTC specialist role:

• Maintain and troubleshoot SAP GTS (Global Trade Services) configurations.
• Ensure correct ZF8/ZF9 setup for UK orders to avoid invoice errors.

AEO Re-assessments

• Lead Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) re-assessments for Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands.
• Coordinate with 4 Trinseo entities to ensure compliance.

Customs Support

• Provide customs compliance support to Altuglas (2 entities).
• Handle urgent customs issues and inquiries.

Trade Preferences & Master Data

• Manage LTVDs (Long-Term Vendor Declarations) and LTSDs (Long-Term Supplier Declarations).
• Maintain Preferences master data and assign new PEM (Pan-Euro-Med) rules.

• Assign additional customs conditions to newly created materials.

Regulatory Monitoring

• Track and interpret new customs regulations across EMEA.

• Provide guidance and updates to internal stakeholders.

General Customs Advisory

• Respond to internal queries on customs and trade compliance topics.

Minimum Experience

(years and type): 5+ years in Customs, Trade Compliance, or International Trade 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Tools: Proficient in SAP GTS; experience with customs documentation and AEO processes.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of EU customs regulations, preferential origin rules, and PEM convention.
• Languages: English (mandatory); Dutch, German, or Italian is a plus.
• Soft Skills: Detail-oriented, proactive, able to manage urgent issues independently.

Equity and Inclusion

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives, experiences and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, work and life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their backgrounds, and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.