Customs Officer

For our client, an international organization in Venlo, we are looking for an enthusiastic

Customs Officer

In this position you are responsible for the execution of the customs process in the EU DC of our client, in cooperation with the other members (7 colleagues) of the Customs team. He or she is responsible for the generation of the required documents for the Inbound and Outbound process, in daily contact with the DC, Logistics and Customer services teams, and will work according to agreed performance KPI.

What will your responsibilities also be like?

What You’ll Do:

• Assuring the day-to-day customs operation and supports the Customs team in creating the proper customs environment for the smooth processing of the Inbound and Outbound customs execution, including the classification of the products
• Assuring a proper implementation and maintenance of the applicable customs licenses to be compliant to the latest customs legislation. You will be responsible for the customs improvements and will work according to the agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)
• Liaising with external agencies, as well as with various functional teams in the business
• Developing a close network with the global customs and compliance team to enable sharing of knowledge, ideas and best practices
• Liasing with all departments within Venlo’s Distribution Center, peers in the global compliance team, colleagues from several departments worldwide, Product Development and Sourcing department
• Maintaining relationships with Customs authorities in shipping and destination countries, government agencies (e.g. Cites, Chamber of Commerce..), regional Suppliers (systems and products), logistics Service Providers, Customs Agents and forwarders.

• Direct contract with our client;
• Good salary and good secondary employment conditions;
• Great career possibilities with meaningful growth opportunities;
• Travel allowance;
• Working 2 days from home
• Working in a fast-growing (international) organization and an inspiring work environment where complex issues offer a daily challenge;
• Professional development opportunities to grow your career globally;
• Competitive terms of employment.

• Higher level education (HBO)
• Customs education ‘Vakopleiding Declarant’ of the EVO or an equivalent Customs education – might be in law
• Some practical experience in warehouse
• At least 3 years customs experience, including AEO and bonded warehousing
• Good knowledge of the English language (both verbal and in writing)
• Good listening and questioning skills to present information in a clear and logical manner
• Well experienced in PC based software (MS Office, WMS (MA-WMi), DMS (LSP))
• Knowledge of forwarding, transportation, and logistics processes
• Ability to function as an effective team member and work well in a moderate stressful environment
• Good planning skills, able to set right priorities
• Pro-activity, willingness and urge to use own initiative
• Ability to think outside the box to solve problems
• Accuracy and eye for detail

Want to know more? Then contact Rene van den Borst on 06 - 1881 7501.

Interested? Then click on the application button or send your resume to r.vdborst@suc6recruitment.

Is this not exactly what you are looking for? Then contact us for some free career advice or view our other vacancies. Do you know anyone for this role? Send an email right away and have a chance to win a special gift. View the conditions.

Never miss new vacancies? Then follow our LinkedIn company page!