Customs and Logistics Officer

Starting Immediately Local role based in Southampton About Our Client Michael Page is happy to be working with a well established client based in Southampton. Our client is a global leader in integrated vehicle transportation and logistics, supporting their customers across their supply chain, all the way from the factory to the end-consumer. Their ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics. Job Description The key responsibilities for the Customs and Logistics Officer role are: * Ensuring compliance with UK customs regulations * Support the Logistics dept. continuous growth and improvements to deliver better value to our clients * Act as a guru in the field of HM customs & Revenue to help support the company with our legal obligations to customs procedures * To provide support to Southampton Terminal with the Customs Inventory Link project which is planned to start in 2025 * Assist Finance team with the Duty deferment account queries and act as a go between for our dept./finance/HMRC * Navigate and keep up to date with the latest HMRC requirements * To Support the Team with Export/Import work to generate more revenue for the company * Compliance and Risk Management: Monitor changes in customs regulations, update internal processes, and conduct regular audits * Liaison with Authorities: Maintain communication with HMRC and relevant authorities, facilitate customs inspections, and resolve issues during clearance. * Day-to-day logistics coordination for DSCS customers * Operational coordination, planning, and monitoring of services * Negotiation of freight costs and preparation of offers/tender responses * Maintaining positive customer relationships and promoting services * Preparing accurate and competitive quotations * Timely creation and processing of invoices * Supporting DSCS colleagues in multiple locations * Maintaining departmental profitability and quality customer services The Successful Applicant The successful candidate for the Customs and Logistics Officer role is someone with the following: * 3+ years of experience in Freight Forwarding/Import/Export * Min 5 years\’ experience in a customs clearance role * Excellent analytically skills and problem-solving capabilities * In-depth understanding of UK and international customs regulations, including tariff classification, valuation, and origin rules. * Ability to run a logistics job completely independent * Good negotiation skills * Positive attitude to work * Demonstrable ability to working under pressure and to tight deadlines. * Familiarity with customs software and electronic data interchange (EDI) systems Qualifications * Customs Qualification BIFA – BTEC What\’s on Offer The candidate for the Customs and Logistics Officer role will receive the following: 25 days holiday plus public holidays and will increase with service Private medical care – family cover – currently through BUPA Life assurance GIP scheme EAP scheme Company sick pay Pension – choice of AE pension (People\’s Pension) or DC scheme (Aviva) Gym Contribution Cycle to Work scheme Company eye care scheme Paid training and development courses #J-18808-Ljbffr