Job Description
Our client, a freight forwarder is looking for a Customs Coordinator to join their office in Manchester.
Duties and Responsibilities
* To Co-ordinate Import and Export activities for the resident site, conforming to HM Revenue & Customs regulations and the following governing departments & organisations using the appropriate business systems where applicable.
* Liaise with Customs legal counsel to check Export controls and licensing requirements
* Ensure all HM Revenue & Customs duty liabilities are fulfilled, minimising cost
* Liaise with, customers, suppliers, necessary agents and customs authorities to address any issues/questions arising from business activities
* High volumes of data entry on spreadsheets
* Making customs entry amendment requests to HMRC
* Any other ad hoc tasks as and when required and instructed by the Line Manager
Skills, Experience and Competencies
* Working experience of Exports/Imports & Customs Compliance and regulations (at least 2 years’ experience)
* Knowledge of customs requirements and formalities with particular focus on UK & EU imports
* Experience in road transport, logistics or haulage (Desirable but not essential)
* Working knowledge of the CDS system both Imports and Exports
* Knowledge of transit procedures and ETSF (Desirable but not essential)
* HMRC amendment and reclaim experience
* Proficient with Microsoft packages especially Ms Excel and other Ms packages
* Must be able to prioritise and organise own workload with attention to detail
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
* Must be flexible with their working hours – occasional weekend work based on volume
Company Benefits