Role Overview The Customs and Excise Manager is responsible for overseeing internal excise compliance across the business. This role focuses on managing excise-related processes, coordinating internal audits, ensuring we are operating within the scope of our approvals, and providing oversight to the Customs and Excise Coordinator based in Scunthorpe. Key Responsibilities Strong excise knowledge or experience working in an excise‑regulated environment. Understanding of completing HMRC excise reports and associated regulatory requirements. Good customs knowledge, including importing and exporting controlled goods. Able to work on their own initiative and demonstrate strong self‑motivation. Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to resolve issues proactively. Strong audit capability, including understanding audit principles and carrying out internal audits. Solid procedural background, with the ability to document, update, and maintain operational procedures effectively. Key Skills and Qualifications Strong understanding of UK excise regulations, including alcohol products and denatured alcohol controls. Experience conducting internal audits or regulatory inspections. Ability to interpret HMRC guidance and translate into practical, operational procedures. Skilled in working cross-functionally and remotely with operational teams. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate, audit-ready records. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven experience in excise compliance preferably within a chemical or regulated industry. In-depth knowledge of UK customs regulations, UK Global Tariff, and excise duty rules. Familiarity with import/export documentation, INCO terms, CDS/CHIEF systems, and bonded warehouse operations. Experience working with controlled goods and chemical classifications (CLP/REACH awareness is beneficial). Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. Brenntag TA Team