Senior Import Documentation Compliance Controller in Caerphilly

Customs Import Documentation Compliance Controller circa £45-55,000 + dep on experience plus excellent benefits Caerphilly Area Global Manufacturer This opportunity is a newly created role at a leading Global Manufacturing Organisation. The Senior Compliance Document Controller will have extensive Import experience in manufacturing industry and will ensure Commodity codes and Tariff classification for the components /materials the company imports meet all statutory, regulatory, and internal compliance obligations relevant to UK and overseas customer manufacturing operations. Extensive experience of importation and the application of HMRC codings to components and or materials is essential whilst working in manufacturing industry This is not a Haulage role Experience gained in Aerospace, Automotive or similar industries would be advantageous You must have considerable experience, 3-5 years working in a Manufacturing Industry with extensive experience of import and the applying of correct HMRC material/component codes. Knowledge of similar export internal compliance obligations would be desirable. The role is very much a hands-on role, overseeing day-to-day compliance activities, maintains key documentation, supports audits (internal, regulatory and customer) and supervises team members to ensure high standards of accuracy and delivery. This is an office-based Monday to Thursday role. Key Responsibilities · Monitor and enforce compliance with global trade regulations · Track changes in relevant legislation and advise management on required updates · Maintain compliance records, certifications, and oversee document control systems to ensure accuracy · Liaise with HMRC, customers, shipping partners and internal stakeholders on customs queries · Monitor and resolve customs delays, document discrepancies and clearance issues · Lead tariff classification of all imported products · Allocate tasks, monitor workload and ensure timely completion of compliance activities · Overseeing the companies CSR requirements with the supply base · Assisting in developing our supplier portal to send/receive compliance requests Knowledge, skills and Abilities · 3+ years of experience in global trade compliance, logistics in a UK manufacturing environment · You must have extensive experience of HMRC coding for the importation of components/materials. · Experience of Engineering drawings would be an advantage · Ability to interpret and communicate regulatory information clearly · Experience supervising or mentoring compliance administrators · Strong IT skills · Familiarity with Compliance Platforms such as Assent · Excellent organization, document management and attention to detail · Confident communicator · Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively Office based Monday – Thursday role You MUST have the permanent legal right to work in the U.K Travel to work from; Cardiff, Newport, Caerphilly, Cwmbran Merthyr Tydfil, Abergavenny, Bridgend, Swansea Salary £45-55,000 + dep exp plus benefits