Strategic Trade Control & ICP Officer

Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. (SHI) is a global integrated manufacturer of industrial machinery with a tradition of excellence and innovation that spans over 400 years. Our division “Drive Technologies” (DT) in EMEIA stands for an established global designer, manufacturer, and supplier of drives, custom drive solutions, industrial gearboxes, electrical motors and variable frequency drives.

Sumitomo (SHI) Cyclo Drive Germany and Hansen Industrial Transmissions offer more than 100 years of drive technology knowhow. With production locations in Markt Indersdorf near Munich and Edegem near Antwerp and subsidiaries in Benelux, France, Italy, Spain, Scandinavia, Turkey, Great Britain and India we serve the EMEA market (Europe, Middle East, Africa) and India.

We are looking for a

Strategic Trade Control & ICP Officer

to strengthen our compliance capability across DT SBU EMEIA.

This is a hands‑on role focused on execution. You will translate export control and sanctions requirements into clear, workable processes and controls that function in daily operations. At the same time, you will ensure our Internal Compliance Programme (ICP) is documented, maintained, and audit‑ready.

You will act as a practical partner to the business—firm on compliance, but solution‑oriented in how we enable it.

What You Will Do Strategic Trade Control (STC)

Execute day‑to‑day export control and sanctions checks

Support classification of products, technologies, and destinations

Assist with export licences and authorisations

Conduct customer, end‑use, and red‑flag screenings in line with regulations and corporate policy

Contribute to awareness and training on trade control obligations

Internal Compliance Programme (ICP)

Operate and maintain the ICP in line with corporate standards

Embed compliance controls into business processes

Support stakeholders in validating third‑party information (end‑user, application, etc.)

Work closely with Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain and Finance to integrate compliance into workflows

Act as a compliance partner, balancing risk awareness with business needs

Monitor and enforce geographical and product‑related restrictions where relevant

Documentation & Controls

Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date ICP and STC documentation

Ensure traceability and audit‑ready evidence

Develop and update procedures, work instructions and compliance tools

Monitoring & Reporting

Perform control checks and self‑assessments

Track compliance KPIs and control effectiveness

Report and elevate risks where needed

What You Bring

Experience in export control, sanctions compliance or trade compliance

Good understanding of EU and international frameworks (e.g. EU Dual‑Use Regulation, EU/UN sanctions)

Strong attention to detail and a structured way of working

Ability to assess complex situations and take clear, compliant decisions

A pragmatic mindset—able to find workable solutions without compromising compliance

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across functions and cultures

Confidence to take a firm position when needed

Fluent English

Who You Will Work With Internally, you will interact with Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, Compliance and DT SBU EMEIA HQ. Externally, you may engage with advisors, auditors and regulatory authorities where required.

Why join This role gives you direct exposure to key compliance topics in an international environment. You will operate close to the business, where your work has real impact—not only on risk mitigation, but on enabling sustainable growth.

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