International Customs Coordinator

Purpose of the Role:

We are currently recruiting for an International Customs Coordinator to work within our high performing International Operations Department based at Hinckley.

As the International Customs Coordinator you will be required to complete customs export and import declarations for the business within a suitable time window to ensure goods clear Customs and meet the service transit times. This will be achieved by working with our customers internal partners and external authorities including HMRC and Border Force to ensure that our world class service is not compromised.

In addition you will provide Customs advice to other teams and departments within the wider organisation.

Other Key responsibilities of this role will include; 

• Complete customs declarations (including commodity codes) in a timely manner

• Ensure internal controls are maintained to guarantee we meet the highest standards of customs compliance

• Raise issues of noncompliance within the import and export operation to the International Compliance Manager and International Management team and ensure remedial action is completed in accordance with customs regulations and UK/ International law

• Work with the International Compliance Manager and the International Customs Specialist to support and advise customers and internal account managers on all aspects of international exporting and importing customs requirements

• Maintain records report and resolve noncompliance of customs import/export entry declarations and Customs inspections relating to the International operation

• Research and resolve customs related import and export enquiries

• Assist with the management of ETSF storage inventory customs inspections and Transit Arrivals/Departures

• Maintain records to satisfy all HMRC and Border Force requirements and accommodate internal audits

• Be a point of contact for our UK outsource partner(s) relating to import/export operational tasks and ensure preimport/export audits requirements are actioned in a timely manner 

• Undertake specific projects working groups cross functional support or other duties as required by the Compliance Manager in order to drive and enhance the business in all customs related areas

Qualifications :

What we are looking for; 

To be considered for this role you must have hands on customs process experience preferably in the completion of  import or export declarations. You will also have experience in completing customs invoices or an excellent knowledge of that process . You will be passionate about delivering an outstanding and professional service to our internal and external customers.

Your excellent communication and organisational skills will be  fully utilised in this role as will your ability to prioritise and manage multiple case loads. We will also expect you to have;

• Excellent time management skills. 

• A good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages or Google Suite. 

• Demonstrate the core DPD DNA values of Passion Respect Honesty Flexibility Hard Work and Accountability.

Additional Information :

About our benefits:

We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business without them we wouldnt be able to deliver our awardwinning service to millions of customers across the country each day. Its important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few

• Holiday trading

• Enhanced maternity and paternity package 

• Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme

• Free onsite car parking for all employees

• Health Kiosks visiting every location

• Discounted shopping from 100s of retailers including up to 5 off supermarket shopping

• Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends 

• Free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses

Joining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation we are proud to offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities. 

If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers promises then this is the job for you! Apply today.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime