On behalf of our multinational partner, we are looking for a new colleague to join their team as a Customs Coordinator.
Our client operates a smaller-scale Shared Service Center in Budapest with approximately 80 employees. Due to team expansion, they are looking to hire a new colleague to join their growing team.
The ideal candidate brings at least 2 years of experience in customs and has fluent English language skills.
Your tasks will be as a Customs Coordinator:
- Support the implementation and maintenance of processes, procedures, and tools that ensure compliance with Customs and Export Control regulations across the assigned locations.
- Oversee and coordinate the administration and renewal of licenses within the designated countries or entities.
- Develop and maintain operational guidelines and instructions for external customs agents, logistics partners, and subcontractors.
- Keep track of regulatory changes, communicate relevant updates to stakeholders, and drive the implementation of necessary actions.
- Collaborate with IT teams to create effective solutions that address new legal requirements and evolving business needs.
- Provide specialist guidance on Customs and Export Control topics related to procurement and supply chain activities.
- Coordinate and maintain the Preferential Origin process, including calculations, compliance support, and ongoing monitoring.
- Act as a key point of contact for resolving Customs and logistics-related issues affecting customer service representatives, sales teams, transportation, procurement, and related functions.
- Conduct Sanctioned Party List (SPL) screenings within the system.
- Handle daily inquiries from Customs Service Providers and provide instructions related to import customs clearance processes for goods arriving from third countries
Requirements:
- Customs certification or a comparable postgraduate qualification in Customs, Trade Compliance, or related disciplines
- 2-5 years of professional experience in Customs operations, ideally combined with exposure to Procurement and/or Supply Chain processes
- SAP knowledge and a solid understanding of VAT principles.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Customs and Export Control regulations and compliance requirements.
- Team-oriented mindset with a proactive and solution-focused approach.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
- Customer-focused attitude with a proven ability to deliver high-quality results.
- Fluent English language skills, both written and verbal, in a professional business setting.
Benefits:
- A healthy work-life balance, with home office options (2 days/week)
- Annual bonus and cafeteria
- Health insurance
- Pension fund
- Carrer development opportunities