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Be ready to discuss trade-compliance incidents you led, how you balance speed with controls, and how you work with global HQ and local sites. Use Bosch’s industrial breadth as context for multi-division trade complexity; avoid claiming internal culture scores not present in the data.
Strong fit if you have senior foreign-trade or customs leadership in manufacturing or technology supply chains and can operate from a Chicago-suburb site. Weak fit if you need remote work or primarily consumer-retail trade experience without industrial export depth.
As Director Foreign Trade at Bosch Group in Oakbrook Terrace, a typical day would center on trade compliance, cross-border logistics, and coordination with global Bosch units (engineering, mobility, and industrial businesses). Expect work with customs, export controls, partner networks, and internal stakeholders so shipments and commercial terms align with group and U.S. requirements.
Useful focus areas: U.S. import/export and sanctions awareness, Incoterms, documentation accuracy, ERP/trade systems, and stakeholder communication across legal, finance, and operations. No certification family or cost list was supplied in CERTS.
Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois (DuPage County), listed as on-site (remote flag 0).
About 94% is owned by the Robert Bosch Stiftung; the foundation funds social causes and has no voting rights per the company summary.
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Robert Bosch GmbH, commonly known as Bosch, is a German multinational engineering and technology company headquartered in Gerlingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The company was founded by Robert Bosch in Stuttgart in 1886. Bosch is 94% owned by the Robert Bosch Stiftung, a charitable institution. Although the charity is funded by owning the vast majority of shares, it has no voting rights and is involved in health and social causes unrelated to Bosch's business.
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DIRECTOR FOREIGN TRADE at Bosch Group in Oakbrook Terrace, IL, US / Supply Chain What This Role Involves The Director Foreign Trade will lead and manage all aspects of foreign trade operations for the company. Responsibilities include negotiating international contracts, managing customs clearance processes, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and optimizing supply chain logistics to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Your Responsibilities Negotiate and finalize international sales agreements and contracts. Oversee the customs clearance process for imported and exported goods. Ensure compliance with all relevant trade laws and regulations in various countries. Develop strategies to optimize supply chain operations, reducing costs and improving delivery times. Build and maintain relationships with key international partners and stakeholders. Skills & Qualifications A minimum of 10 years of experience in foreign trade or related fields. Demonstrated success in negotiating complex international deals. In-depth knowledge of customs regulations, import/export laws, and international trade agreements. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a team effectively. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. Working at Bosch Group Bosch Group offers a dynamic work environment where innovation and excellence are core values. As part of our global organization, you will have access to cutting-edge technologies and collaborative opportunities with leading industry experts. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that every employee's unique perspective is valued. Applying for This Role To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.
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