Headford are pleased to be working with a growing and leading Supply Chain who are now hiring for a Head of Customs. This is a high-profile position with huge responsibility, where you will require a professional approach and the skills to develop a customs framework as well as a team of customs compliance specialists.
Due to The liasing with the German Head office, you must be able to speak and write German at business level
You must be a senior customs professional who has experience in regulatory compliance in relation to business activities from non-EU countries. You will address trade compliance issues to mitigate import (as well as potential export) compliance risks and work closely with all stakeholders to ensure non-UK entities follow all the international and national regulations for the movement of goods.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a lead part in continuously shaping the trading strategy across a wider business network while making sure we you are prepared for the challenges ahead.
Your role
Leading the Customs Compliance Team with full responsibility of all processes and systems
Project managing the Brexit strategy including training and advising relevant business areas
Building and maintaining strong relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
Undertaking continuous analysis of the regulatory environment, in particular, trade tariffs/duties and trade restrictions/requirements and ensuring accurate communication to the wider business
Managing the liaison between regulatory bodies, trade partners and relevant internal departments
Identifying risks and opportunities in the complex supply chain
Supporting relevant stakeholders in scenario planning and modelling post Brexit scenarios and requirements and their impact on all business areas
Building and maintaining relationships with customs brokers
Planning and managing multiple complex projects in deadline-driven environment
Understanding the objectives and the impact of projects on the business and driving solutions to business-critical issues
Developing, implementing, and optimising processes, systems, policies and standards
Support the Director in all customs related matters and providing regular status reports up to Board level
Your Experience
Extensive knowledge of import from non-EU countries, particularly the documentation and certificates needed goods to enter the UK in a rapidly evolving compliance landscape
Expert knowledge of Customs and Excise regulations
Experience with customs authorisations (AEO, CFSP, bonded warehousing etc.)
Experience managing Customs Compliance, identifying and correcting potential violations and providing management with summary reports
Previous experience building processes, structures and frameworks is highly desirable
Comfortable working with a complex system landscape, including SAP, GTS and customs broker systems
Able to liaise with industry bodies and connections
Confident in establishing a strong customs network
Team management experience
Powerful influencing and communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with employees across all levels of the business
Strong project management skills to be able to work collaboratively with a range of business departments to complete a project successfully
Ability to understand and present complex issues clearly and concisely
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Process focused with attention to detail and experience in setting up and managing processes and procedures
Solid presentation skills, comfortable working with a variety of stakeholders at all levels
The Offer
An extremely generous Salary, Car Allowance, Amazing new purpose built office with onsite Gym, Restaurant, parking, and a forward thinking team surrounding you.
