Customs Specialist

Overview

DSV is a global leader in transport and logistics, committed to building a world-class logistics network through innovation and growth. We are seeking a diligent Customs Specialist to join our team at Mercia Park, Swadlincote, England. This full-time position involves 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with an additional requirement to work half a day one Saturday per month.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle customs processing accurately and efficiently for customers, adhering to AEO standards.
• Maintain clear communication with various internal departments and clients, providing updates or escalating issues as necessary.
• Monitor vessel arrivals proactively using customer-supplied data to ensure timely customs entries.
• Prevent shipment delays by preparing and submitting customs clearances in advance and closely tracking timelines.
• Confirm customs clearances promptly to customers and freight forwarders while keeping inbound clearance logs current and precise.
• Maintain and securely store original customs documentation for audit compliance and ensure internal customs logs are consistently updated.
• Collaborate with the Customs Team Lead to ensure timely submission of monthly FSD reports covering all customs warehouse operations.
• Accurately create and process customer export declarations and related T1 documents as required.
• Verify and submit accurate data within the Customs Warehouse Duty Management System.

Candidate Profile

• Previous practical experience in customs operations or related roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with advanced expertise in Excel.
• Self-driven individual with a positive mindset and strong organizational skills to plan and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication abilities for interactions at all levels within and outside the organization.
• Possession of a valid full driving licence.

Benefits and Additional Details

• Competitive salary package with opportunities for career growth within a company employing over 160,000 people worldwide across more than 90 countries.
• Generous enhanced annual leave starting from employment commencement, improving with length of service.
• Access to salary sacrifice schemes for ultra-low emission vehicles and cycle purchase.
• Wellbeing support through the WeCare app offering physical and mental health assistance, including GP access for employees and dependents.
• Discounts and cashback benefits via the LifeWorks app for high street and online shopping.
• Life insurance coverage with added expert probate support.

Important Information

Successful candidates will be required to complete right-to-work verification and, depending on site requirements, provide five years of references along with criminal record checks. Recruitment agency applications are not accepted unless there is prior engagement with DSV regarding the role.