Import/ Export Specialist

The Import / ExportManageris responsible forcoordinating and administering the end-to-end documentation and operational processesrequiredto move goods internationally. The role ensures all import and export activitiescomply withcustoms regulations, trade legislation, and company procedures, enablingtimely, cost-effective, and compliant movement of goods across borders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement efficient, compliant processes for international movements
• Ensure compliance with local and international customs regulations, trade controls, and HMRC requirements.Maintainingup-to-date knowledge of import/export legislation, duties, VAT, and trade agreements
• Facilitate the preparation andprocessing ofimport and export documentation, ensuringaccuratetariff classification, customs valuation, and application of Incoterms
• Build andmaintaincustoms agent instruction sheets (commodity code, TARIC add-on code, threshold code) and review agent-filed declarations for accuracy
• Coordinate shipments with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders
• Track shipments and proactively resolve delays, discrepancies, or clearance issues
• Own AVK's CBAM compliance across EU and UK regimes, including tracking tonnage against the EU's 50-tonne annual threshold and preparing for UK CBAM's mandatory reporting from January 2027
• Maintain a forward-looking view of CBAM-scope materials across pipeline projects, flagging exposure at quoting/tender stage rather than after volumes are committed

Metrics for success

• On-time customs clearance and shipment delivery
• Accuracy of documentation and customs declarations
• Compliance with customs and trade regulations
• Reduction in delays, penalties, andadditionalfreight costs
• CBAM tonnage tracked against threshold, with no unplanned crossing

Experience

• An experiencedprofessional with a proventrack recordin import/export, customs, or internationallogisticsroles
• Strong understanding of import/export documentation and procedures,customs regulations, tariff codes, Incoterms, and trade compliance
• Demonstrated experience managing trade compliance and externallogisticspartners
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of CBAM (EU), CN code classification, and CDS data

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, or International Trade.
• Private Health Insurance
• Performance Bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank hols
• Birthday Off
• Pension Plan