Director, Global Trade Services, GBS

Aptiv is hiring a Director, Global Trade Services, GBS who will be responsible for establishing, scaling, and leading Aptiv’s global Trade Services organization within Global Business Services (GBS). The role will build a centralized, compliant, and efficient service model for trade operations and compliance activities, enabling standardization, cost efficiency, and service excellence across the enterprise.

This role will lead the transition and establishment of operational trade activities into GBS and oversee a global service delivery model across key hubs, while ensuring strong alignment with Corporate Trade, Legal/Compliance, and the Business Units.

Global Trade Services Leadership

Establish and lead the global Trade Services organization within GBS, including organizational design, governance, and service delivery model

Build and lead a global, multi-location team across trade operations, compliance, and service enablement

Own overall service delivery performance, including customer satisfaction, quality, and compliance outcomes

Trade Operations & Compliance Execution

Deliver standardized, compliant, and scalable trade services globally: initial scope includes

- Import/export classification

- Origin determination and valuation support

- Duty reconciliation and customs payments

- Screening and export controls management

- Import/export operational support

Ensure strong controls, audit readiness, and adherence to global regulatory requirements

Support execution of trade compliance programs and remediation actions

Service Transition & Operating Model Delivery

Lead the identification, scoping, and transition of trade activities from Corporate Trade and Business Units into GBS

Define and implement the target operating model, including scope, roles, and responsibilities across GBS, Corporate Trade, and Business Units

Ensure structured, controlled transitions with minimal business disruption and clear accountability

Drive the establishment of standardized, end-to-end processes across trade services

Performance Management & Value Delivery

Define and govern KPIs, SLAs, and performance management frameworks

Drive delivery against cost, productivity, and service quality targets

Establish value tracking mechanisms aligned with business case objectives

Provide executive-level reporting on performance, risks, and opportunities

Stakeholder & Governance Management

Act as the primary interface between GBS, Corporate Trade, Legal/Compliance, and Business Units

Ensure alignment with enterprise trade strategy and governance frameworks

Support planning activities, including restructurings, expansions, and integration initiatives.

Required Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Law, or related field

15+ years of experience in global trade, customs, compliance, or international operations

Proven leadership experience in global operations, consulting, or service delivery environments

Deep expertise in trade compliance, import/export operations, and regulatory frameworks

Experience leading large-scale operating model changes, service transitions, or transformations

Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across global, matrixed organizations

Preferred Skills

Experience establishing or leading operations/shared services

Familiarity with automation, analytics, and digital service delivery models

Industry experience in manufacturing, automotive, or global supply chain environments

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

Private health care (Signal Iduna) and Life insurance for you and your beloved ones

Well-Being Program that includes regular webinars, workshops, and networking events

Hybrid work (min. 47 days/yr of remote work, flexible working hours)

Employee Pension Plan paid by the employer (you get + 3,5% on each gross salary.

Access to sports groups and Multisport card

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

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