Description
At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It’s why we’re coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we’re headed. We’re proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.
Job Summary
The Trade Compliance Manager – UK & International (UKI) is the senior regional leader for trade compliance across CDW’s UK and international operations. The role is accountable for translating global trade compliance strategy into effective regional execution. This is a visible, trusted leadership role at the intersection of regulation, technology and global commerce. The Trade Compliance Manager plays a critical role in protecting CDW’s reputation, enabling international growth, and strengthening scalable, modern trade compliance capabilities across multiple jurisdictions.
Reporting into the Global Trade Lead, the Trade Compliance Manager acts as the primary regional authority for export controls, sanctions and customs compliance. The role leads regional Trade Analysts, oversees regional processes and controls, manages regional risks and serves as the escalation point for complex, novel or high‑risk trade matters across EMEA/APAC regions.
What You Will Do:
Regional Trade Compliance Leadership
- Implement and interpret global trade compliance policies across UK and international entities, ensuring alignment with local regulatory requirements.
- Act as the regional authority on export controls, sanctions and customs compliance, escalating novel, complex or high‑risk issues to the Global Trade Lead with clear options and recommendations.
- Lead, coach and develop regional trade analysts, driving performance, capability growth and consistent execution.
- Monitor regional adherence to global trade policies, addressing non‑compliance promptly and proportionately.
Regulatory Oversight & Subject Matter Expertise
- Ensure the compliant movement of goods, software and technology under UK, EU and relevant international export control, sanctions and customs regimes.
- Oversee classification, licence management, restricted party screening and customs compliance, ensuring accuracy, consistency and audit readiness.
UK & International Trade Compliance Manager/Lead employer: CDW Co.
CDW Co. is an attractive employer due to its collaborative work culture and commitment to employee development. The company values trust and connection among coworkers, fostering an environment where individuals can thrive and contribute to shared goals. Employees have access to various opportunities for professional growth and support.
