Tariff / Customs Classification Team Leader - Controls & Customs Integrity (f/m/div.)

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference.

With over 300 specialized associates and around 15 nationalities, Bosch activities in Lisbon are focusing on sales, marketing, communication, training, nearshoring services and shared support for human resources services to Europe. The diversity, commitment and know-how of the team are the key success factors of this organization.

Bosch Service Solutions develops and delivers Customer Experience, Mobility and Monitoring solutions for companies and their customers.

Our teams find fast and efficient solutions for thousands of people on a daily basis – from claim management to life-saving emergency calls, among other services. Define the standards and become a pioneer together with around 9000 associates worldwide.

Your contribution to something big: 

As Tariff / Customs Classification Team Leader, you will lead a specialized team responsible for validation of their tariff classification for building a robust master data foundation for the future. This role plays a critical part in ensuring long-term compliance with international trade regulations.

Your responsibilities include:

People Leadership & Governance

• Leading, coaching and developing a high-performing team focused on tariff classification controls;
• Full accountability for people leadership, performance management, stakeholder relationship management, and project delivery;
• Fostering a collaborative, inclusive and resilient team culture, especially in a high-pressure environment;
• Acting as a key communication bridge between the team, senior leadership, governance bodies, and international stakeholders.

Control & Compliance

• Reviewing historical tariff classifications to verify accuracy and compliance across Bosch’s global product portfolio;
• Aligning identified import declarations affected by tariff changes with the local Customs Governance;
• Aligning execution of corrections and remediation actions in coordination with local governance and operations teams;
• Sharing recalculation results and impact assessments with governance to enable coordinated communication with customs authorities;
• Ensuring remediation activities are executed accurately and completed according to the defined roadmap.

Build the Future – Master Data & Process Stability

• Preparing and structuring controls to ensure high-quality tariff classification master data for the future;
• Collaborating with global Foreign Trade, Customs, and cross-functional teams to ensure sustainable classification processes across multiple countries;
• Supporting the design and implementation of improved controls, documentation, and audit-ready processes;
• Staying ahead of evolving foreign trade regulations and ensuring future-proof classification governance.

What distinguishes you:

• Experience & Know-How:• Minimum 5 years of experience in trade compliance, tariff classification, customs, or product engineering;
• At least 3 years of experience in team leadership, people management, or HR-related roles;
• Strong understanding of HR processes (performance management, coaching, development, conflict resolution);
• Solid experience with remediation, audits, or historical data correction in a compliance context is a strong advantage;
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, GTS, MIC) is a plus.

• Languages: Proficiency in English is required; German is a plus.
• Working Style & Methods:• Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail;
• Proven ability to manage complex, long-term remediation projects;
• Ability to build trust and credibility across cultures and seniority levels.

• Personality:• Empathetic, resilient, and inclusive leadership style;
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills;
• Passionate about mentoring and empowering others;
• Comfortable balancing employee well-being with strict compliance and organizational goals.

What we offer you:

Challenges in an international environment | career opportunities in one of the best companies in the world | flexible hours | medical services | discounts for employees | sports and health related activities | canteen | good access to public transports | space for creativity.

 

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Make it happen! We are looking forward to your application!