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OPmobility is a globally recognized leader in providing innovative automotive solutions aimed at creating a safer, sustainable, and smarter mobility experience. Established as an innovation-driven company, OPmobility focuses on developing intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy solutions, and electrification innovations for mobility companies worldwide. With a robust economic revenue of 11.4 billion euros in 2023, and a sprawling network of 152 production plants alongside 40 R&D centers, OPmobility demonstrates an unwavering commitment to transforming the future of mobility. The company’s workforce of over 40,300 employees brings expertise and dedication to driving this transformation, making it a leading force in the automotive industry. OPmobility Modules, a division of the group, specializes in developing, assembling, and delivering complex, just-in-sequence modules for mass automotive production. Among its key entities is HBPO, now fully integrated into OPmobility, which excels in manufacturing highly integrated modules such as front-end and cockpit modules, center consoles, and charge lid modules. HBPO's capabilities are continuously evolving to support new battery electric vehicle (BEV) architectures, offering customized solutions that meet the cutting-edge demands of automakers. The combined strength and innovation of OPmobility and its modules division support the delivery of tomorrow's clean and connected cars, reinforcing the group’s leadership position in the automotive industry. The role of Trade Coordinator at OPmobility is designed for professionals eager to contribute to a global leader in automotive innovation and sustainability. The position is based in Austin, Texas, and plays a critical role in ensuring trade compliance and the smooth coordination of international shipping and customs processes. The Trade Coordinator supports the company’s ambitious goals by managing trade documentation, coordinating shipments, and maintaining compliance with U.S. customs regulations and international trade practices. This role requires a blend of technical knowledge, organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and with external partners, including brokers and forwarders. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, or Business Administration, with preferred certifications such as CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport), CCS (Certified Customs Specialist), or a U.S. Customs Broker License. A minimum of three years’ experience in customs and international trade—preferably within the automotive sector—is highly desirable. The Trade Coordinator will be involved in supporting preferential trade agreements, the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) security program, broker and forwarder oversight, legal and audit support, and documenting processes to ensure comprehensive trade compliance. Candidates will demonstrate a mix of business, social, and personal skills including an entrepreneurial mindset, a focus on process excellence and results, customer commitment, collaboration, clear communication, and a commitment to innovation and change. OPmobility also emphasizes diversity and equality within its teams and actively encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, committing to equal treatment for all job applicants. By joining OPmobility as a Trade Coordinator, professionals will be part of an innovative and forward-thinking environment that shapes the future of mobility, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in automotive technology and sustainability.

• Bachelor's degree in international business, bachelor's degree in logistics, bachelor's degree in supply chain management, bachelor's degree in accounting, bachelor's degree in business administration, minimum 3 years of experience in customs and international trade, preferably within the automotive industry, knowledge of U.S. customs regulations and international trade practices, strong organizational and communication skills, ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, proficiency in trade documentation systems