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Job title: Customs Coordinator
Location: Bromsgrove, B60
Salary: £30,000+
Hours: 08:00-16:00 Monday to Friday (flexible working)
Customs Coordinator Overview
Our client is a growing logistics and freight forwarder specialising in temperature-controlled supply chains and perishable logistics. With a strong international position within the fruit and fresh produce supply chain, the business is currently expanding its operations across the United Kingdom and Europe.
As an experienced customs specialist, you will be responsible for managing UK customs processes across the perishable supply chain, ensuring the correct, efficient, and compliant handling of import and export shipments, particularly within the fruit and fresh produce sector.
This role requires someone who can hit the ground running, work collaboratively with operations teams, and bring valuable knowledge and ideas to support the wider logistics operation.
Customs Coordinator Key Responsibilities
* Independently handle import and export customs clearances
* Complete customs declarations using Custrans software (training provided)
* Manage sea freight import customs processes and support export entries where required
* Prepare, review and submit customs documentation and declarations
* Ensure full compliance with UK and international customs regulations
* Coordinate logistics activities within the perishable supply chain
* Liaise with internal operations teams, freight partners, clients and regulatory authorities
* Maintain communication with customs authorities, logistics partners and customers
* Contribute ideas and operational improvements to enhance efficiency across the business
Customs Coordinator Experience Required
* Minimum 3 years' experience in customs clearance
* Strong experience handling customs entries for sea freight imports
* Exposure to export shipments
* Previous background within freight forwarding
* Experience working with DEFRA and IPAFFS
* Experience within perishable logistics or fresh produce supply chains is highly desirable
* Excellent attention to detail and compliance awareness
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple shipments
Benefits
* Annual Christmas bonus
* Annual company trip to Cape Town - fully paid
* Opportunity to join a rapidly growing international logistics organisation
* The chance to play a key role in building new UK operationsDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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