Overall Purpose of Role
To complete customs export and import declarations for the business within a suitable time window to ensure goods are cleared in time to meet our tight service schedules. This will be achieved by working with our Customers, partners and external authorities including HMRC and Revenue Ireland.
Main Responsibilities
1. Complete customs declarations (both export and import - including commodity codes) on our customs platform in a timely manner.
2. Ensure internal controls are maintained to guarantee we meet the highest standards of customs compliance.
3. Raise and log any issues of non-compliance within the import and export operation to the Import Export Manager to ensure remedial action is taken.
4. Maintain records, report and resolve non-compliance of customs import/export entry declarations.
5. Research and resolve customs related import and export enquiries as requested.
6. Assist with the management of Transit Arrivals/Departures and safety / security declarations.
7. Maintain records to satisfy all HMRC and Revenue Ireland requirements and assist the Import Export Manager with internal audits.
8. Be a point of contact for our parcel handlers / Customer service colleagues to ensure all international shipments are coordinated effectively.
9. You will be confident in using Excel, MS Word and will be able to make repetitive accurate data entries.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
10. Any experience with import/export customs formalities highly desirable but not essential as full training will be provided
11. Excellent time management skills
12. Possesses strong organisational skills
13. Able to work accurately with a keen eye for detail
14. Can carry out repetitive [data entry] tasks and remain motivated
Personal Specifications
15. Good communication and interpersonal skills
16. To have a flexible approach towards shift patterns in order to be able to work between both Twilight and PM shifts as the operation requires
17. Can do attitude
18. Able to work on own initiative and highlight errors to colleagues / Manager
19. Responsible, dedicated attitude to work
20. Checkable work history
21. Looking to achieve a qualification in Customs/International Trade
Benefits:
22. Competitive Rates of Pay
23. Company Funded Health Cash Plan
24. Holidays: 20 days increasing with length of service + bank holidays
25. Long Service Recognition scheme
26. Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
27. Company Pension Scheme
28. Life Assurance
29. Employee Assistance programme including 24/7 Virtual GP
30. DX Discounts Portal
31. Excellent opportunities for career progression and more!!