At a Glance
- Tasks: Support customs compliance and manage import/export documentation for smooth operations.
- Company: Join Cambridge Commodities, a leader in nutritional ingredients and product solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, free gym access, personal development courses, and more.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a commitment to inclusivity await you here.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in international trade while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in import/export administration and strong organisational skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Company: Here at Cambridge Commodities, we are a leading supplier of nutritional ingredients and product solutions to the sports nutrition, food & beverage, animal nutrition and health & wellbeing industries.
Benefits:
- State of the art facilities with electric car charging points
- Personal development investment
- L&D system (700+ courses)
- Free on-site gym
- Free fruit, tea & coffee
- Death in Service benefit (4 × salary)
- Wellbeing EAP App and hotline
- Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Green Car Scheme
- Optional Bupa Healthcare Scheme
- Paid Time off for Charity and blood donations
- Social Events
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:30
Location: Working in the office with some hybrid working from home available
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (dependant on skills, knowledge and experience)
Role Overview: This role will be supporting the Customs and Trade Compliance team in both daily duties and projects, playing a key role in ensuring smooth import and export operations. The main objective is to oversee international shipping documentation, customs compliance, and logistics coordination for UK and EU, maintaining compliance with trade regulations.
Duties:
- Manage all import and export documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and certificates of origin.
- Ensure all correct documentation is in place to enable timely import in areas of customs documentation and supplier documentation.
- Checking supplier's sales contract (SC); and ensure all information on PO and SC is coherent.
- Keep ERP System updated when new information is provided by suppliers.
- Providing regular status updates for delivery schedules.
- Answering sales queries by checking information with suppliers; or information from interdepartmental teams.
- Updating various reports concerning incoming goods.
- Ensure compliance with UK customs regulations, international trade laws, and company policies.
- Liaise with freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs brokers, and suppliers to coordinate shipments.
- Monitor shipment progress and resolve any delays, discrepancies, or customs issues.
- Maintain accurate records within internal systems and ensure audit-ready documentation.
- Providing support in answering customer queries relating to orders, shipments and deliveries.
- Supporting on shipping methods, lead-time, and stock allocations.
- Work closely with finance teams regarding duties, VAT, and shipping costs as and when necessary.
- Track and report on logistics performance and shipping schedules.
- Stay updated with changes in trade regulations and customs procedures.
Essential skills:
- IT literate with proficiency in key Microsoft packages
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills
- Excellent organisational and planning skills to manage multiple shipments simultaneously
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Excellent problem solver
- Deadline focused with ability to balance daily tasks with long-term projects
- Experience in import/export administration or international logistics
- Knowledge of UK customs procedures and international shipping documentation
Desirable skills:
- Experience with HMRC customs processes or CDS systems.
- Experience with Incoterms and freight management
- Understanding of customs procedures including Customs Warehousing
- Knowledge of commodity codes, tariffs and trade compliance
CC are an equal opportunities employer who is committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment. We will consider all applicants based purely on their abilities to fulfil the role. So, if you're looking for a company that is committed to making a positive impact and you feel your skills match our requirement, we encourage you to apply!
Customs and Trade Compliance Executive in Ely employer: Cambridge Commodities
At Cambridge Commodities, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises personal development and employee wellbeing. With state-of-the-art facilities, a comprehensive learning and development system, and numerous benefits such as a free on-site gym and flexible working arrangements, we empower our Customs and Trade Compliance Executives to thrive in their roles while contributing to meaningful projects in the nutritional ingredients sector.
