Customs Assistant (73184)

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow cant wait lets shape it together!

Responsibilities

• To follow up clearance progress for domiciliated shipments and ensure smooth discharge under Customs Control Procedures and keep good level of alignment with local WH teams for smooth inbound

• Engage with local customs authorities (DCP Customs Tax Customs Anti-Corruption Customs Inspection Team) in field (when needed) and coordinate forwarders & their agents to ensure smooth execution of clearance

• Calculate and submit importation related tax payments / storage fees / demurrage & detention payments to Logistics Manager for review and submission for Finance sign-off

• Ensure necessary importation documentation & files are delivered OTIF to forwarders and other entities (when needed)

• Ensure timely communication to Quality and local Warehouse team about port dispatch schedule and timings so that controls can be delivered in timely manner

Sustainability

• Be a role-model for safe and sustainable operations environment

• Attend daily DDS and ensure proper drive of Safety DMS actions & drumbeat

• Comply by all the Sustainability standards & rules and follow the instruction given by Sustainability team and managers

• Ensure proper management of the checklists & controls when needed

• Ensure usage of necessary PPE

• Report near misses and risks

Additional Information

Context / Environment

( complter selon le contexte)

Knowledge Skills & Experience

Technical Skills

• Vocational School degree

• 12 years experience in clearance-related processes such as importation forwarder customs system execution is preferable

Communication

• Communication (written and verbal) and inter-personal skills

• Fluent English knowledge for both written and verbal is an advantage

Other

• Decision making

• Negotiation skills

• Attention to detail

• Computer literacy (Excellent knowledge of MS Office)

• Good understanding of basic Supply Chain and importation principles

Experience

• Logistics

• Importation & Forwarding

Key Success Factors

• On time issue & discharge of imported materials / authorizations / certificates

• To keep good relationships with government agencies

• OTIF delivery for needed documentation for importation

Working Relationships

Internal

• Logistics Manager

• Quality & Warehouse Teams

• Planning Team

External

• Customs authorities (DCP Customs Tax Customs Anti-Corruption Customs Inspection Team)

• Dry Port Representative and Managers

• Forwarders & Customs Clearance Agents

ESG Accountability

• Follows the Factory ESG Policy

• Commitment to ESG reporting system in place

• Participate actively in ESG Mindset improvement

• Encourage the ESG related initiatives

• Act responsibly in achieving ESG targets

• Support the sustainability journey

What we offer you
We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans initiatives for work-life balance transportation support and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
Your journey with us isnt limited by boundaries; its propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement where your career progression isnt just a statement its a reality were eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
Youll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT
Were one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive regardless of gender sexual orientation marital or civil partnership status gender reassignment race religion or belief colour nationality ethnic or national origin disability age skills experience education socio-economic and professional background veteran status perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family parental leave national service sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.