Our Desford based manufacturing client seeks a Import & Customs Supervisor for a contract role. You will have UK led import duties. Practical knowledge of incoterms and experience handling HMRC procedures. you will lead a small team to handle daily import and export tasks. Your main job is to make sure parts and products move smoothly across international borders, following all Customs rules. You will ensure parts meet customs requirements by managing risks and controls.
Three years of practical experience in these areas is necessary to be successful.
* Develop and maintain process documentation and manage Customs record-keeping.
* Ensure duty management systems meet HMRC requirements and submissions are correct.
* Oversee daily compliance activities of brokers and freight forwarders.
* Coordinate with freight companies, production departments, and customers for timely deliveries.
* Validate and oversee freight invoicing and payments.
* Collaborate with shipping operational teams to help manage and achieve quality & velocity targets.
* Ensure availability of shipping capacity and capability in line with expected demand.
You will be able to explain transportation measurements, costs, and modes, and describe shipping documents.