Montblanc Product Trade Compliance Specialist

Overview

Montblanc is a heritage luxury maison renowned for writing instruments, leather goods, watches and accessories. As part of the Richemont group, Montblanc combines artisanal craftsmanship with global distribution across retail and wholesale channels, operating within an international, design-led luxury environment.

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage product-related trade compliance across the product lifecycle, including HS/commodity classification, origin determination and customs valuation for finished goods and components.
• Define and document export control classifications (e.g., ECCN/dual‑use where applicable) and ensure screening against sanctions and restricted‑party lists.
• Own the interface with customs authorities, external customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure correct import/export declarations and timely clearance.
• Support product launches and assortment changes by assessing trade impact, advising product, sourcing and logistics teams, and embedding compliance requirements into procedures.
• Maintain and update product master data related to tariff codes, origin, preferential trade agreements and customs documentation in enterprise systems.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments, internal audits and remedial actions; prepare documentation and responses for external audits and regulatory enquiries.
• Develop and deliver training and guidance for commercial, product and supply‑chain stakeholders on classification, Incoterms, customs procedures and export controls.
• Monitor regulatory developments globally and translate legislative change into practical process, policy and system updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in international trade, law, logistics, business administration or a related discipline; advanced or professional certification in trade compliance preferred.
• Typically 3–5 years of hands‑on experience in customs, commodity classification, export controls or trade compliance; experience within luxury goods, fashion or consumer goods strongly preferred.
• Demonstrable knowledge of HS nomenclature, origin rules, Incoterms, customs valuation and preferential trade agreements.
• Proven ability to interact with customs authorities and external brokers, and to manage cross‑functional stakeholders (product, sourcing, logistics, legal).
• Strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to documentation and a process‑oriented mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for drafting guidance, training materials and audit responses.

Skills

Experience

3–5 years of progressive experience in trade compliance, customs classification or export controls, preferably within the luxury goods, fashion or consumer products sectors. Demonstrated track record managing cross‑border product compliance and working with customs authorities or third‑party brokers.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in international trade, law, logistics, business administration or a related field; professional certification in customs/trade compliance is advantageous.

Workplace

Culture

Montblanc blends a strong heritage of craftsmanship with an international, design-driven business culture. As part of the Richemont group, the brand emphasizes quality, professionalism and cross‑disciplinary collaboration across product, retail and corporate functions.

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