A leading logistics company in Southampton is seeking a Customs and Logistics Officer who possesses substantial experience in customs clearance and freight forwarding. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with customs regulations and facilitate a range of logistical operations to enhance company service delivery. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including holidays, medical care, and continuous training opportunities.
Private medical care - family cover
Life assurance
Paid training and development courses
Cycle to Work scheme
Company sick pay
Qualifications
* 3+ years in Freight Forwarding/Import/Export.
* Min 5 years in customs clearance role.
* In-depth knowledge of UK customs regulations.
Responsibilities
* Ensure compliance with UK customs regulations.
* Act as a liaison with HMRC and authorities.
* Coordinate logistics for DSCS customers.
Skills
Analytical Skills
Problem Solving
Negotiation Skills
Customer Relationship Management
Compliance Monitoring
Education
Customs Qualification BIFA - BTEC
Tools
Customs Software
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
* Starting Immediately
* Local role based in Southampton
About Our Client
Michael Page is happy to be working with a well established client based in Southampton. Our client is a global leader in integrated vehicle transportation and logistics, supporting their customers across their supply chain, all the way from the factory to the end-consumer. Their ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics.
Job Description
The key responsibilities for the Customs and Logistics Officer role are:
* Ensuring compliance with UK customs regulations
* Support the Logistics dept. continuous growth and improvements to deliver better value to our clients
* Act as a guru in the field of HM customs & Revenue to help support the company with our legal obligations to customs procedures
* To provide support to Southampton Terminal with the Customs Inventory Link project which is planned to start in 2025
* Assist Finance team with the Duty deferment account queries and act as a go between for our dept./finance/HMRC
* Navigate and keep up to date with the latest HMRC requirements
* To Support the Team with Export/Import work to generate more revenue for the company
* Compliance and Risk Management: Monitor changes in customs regulations, update internal processes, and conduct regular audits
* Liaison with Authorities: Maintain communication with HMRC and relevant authorities, facilitate customs inspections, and resolve issues during clearance.
* Day-to-day logistics coordination for DSCS customers
* Operational coordination, planning, and monitoring of services
* Negotiation of freight costs and preparation of offers/tender responses
* Maintaining positive customer relationships and promoting services
* Preparing accurate and competitive quotations
* Timely creation and processing of invoices
* Supporting DSCS colleagues in multiple locations
* Maintaining departmental profitability and quality customer services
The Successful Applicant
The successful candidate for the Customs and Logistics Officer role is someone with the following:
* 3+ years of experience in Freight Forwarding/Import/Export
* Min 5 years' experience in a customs clearance role
* Excellent analytically skills and problem-solving capabilities
* In-depth understanding of UK and international customs regulations, including tariff classification, valuation, and origin rules.
* Ability to run a logistics job completely independent
* Good negotiation skills
* Positive attitude to work
* Demonstrable ability to working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
* Familiarity with customs software and electronic data interchange (EDI) systems
Qualifications
* Customs Qualification BIFA - BTEC
What's on Offer
The candidate for the Customs and Logistics Officer role will receive the following:
* 25 days holiday plus public holidays and will increase with service
* Private medical care - family cover - currently through BUPA
* Life assurance
* Company sick pay
* Pension - choice of AE pension (People's Pension) or DC scheme (Aviva)
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Company eye care scheme
* Paid training and development courses
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