Luton- Hybrid
Salary- Up to £42,000 per annum
An established business is seeking a Logistics & Customs Compliance Officer for international trade operations.. This position would suit someone with hands-on experience managing import and export processes, working closely with freight forwarders, customs intermediaries, and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage international inbound and outbound logistics, including materials and repair units.
- Oversee shipping processes from origin to destination, ensuring correct customs procedures are applied.
- Liaise with freight forwarders and customs intermediaries to ensure accurate declarations and documentation.
- Coordinate with internal teams to support timely collection, clearance, and dispatch of goods.
- Ensure full compliance with UK and international customs regulations.
- Calculate and validate import VAT and duty, ensuring accurate reporting.
- Manage customs procedures such as Inward Processing, Outward Processing, and Home Use.
- Monitor time limits on temporary imports/exports and secure extensions where required.
- Maintain accurate records for government reporting systems.
- Prepare documentation and support internal and external customs audits.
- Act as the main point of contact for customs and logistics compliance queries.
- Coach and support cross-functional teams on compliant logistics processes.
- Develop, update, and maintain import/export procedures.
- Support continuous improvement across logistics and compliance operations.
Key Attributes:
- Proven experience in inbound and outbound logistics, imports and exports.
- Minimum 3 years in a logistics, customs, or trade compliance role.
- Strong understanding of international trade regulations and customs procedures.
- High attention to detail with strong organisational skills.
- Confident working cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and logistics teams.
- Experience using ERP or manufacturing systems.
- Ability to coach and mentor colleagues on compliance best practice
