Location: Bromsgrove, B60
Salary: £30,000 DOE
Hours: 9:00-17:00 Monday to Friday (office based)
Customs Coordinator Overview
Our client is a growing logistics and freight forwarder specialising in temperature-controlled supply chains and perishable logistics. With a strong international position within the fruit and fresh produce supply chain, the business is currently expanding its operations across the United Kingdom and Europe.
As an experienced customs specialist, you will be responsible for managing UK customs processes across the perishable supply chain, ensuring the correct, efficient, and compliant handling of import and export shipments, particularly within the fruit and fresh produce sector.
This role requires someone who can hit the ground running, work collaboratively with operations teams, and bring valuable knowledge and ideas to support the wider logistics operation.
Customs Coordinator Key Responsibilities
Independently handle import and export customs clearances
Complete customs declarations using Custrans software (training provided)
Manage sea freight import customs processes and support export entries where required
Prepare, review and submit customs documentation and declarations
Ensure full compliance with UK and international customs regulations
Coordinate logistics activities within the perishable supply chain
Liaise with internal operations teams, freight partners, clients and regulatory authorities
Maintain communication with customs authorities, logistics partners and customers
Contribute ideas and operational improvements to enhance efficiency across the business
Customs Coordinator Experience Required
Minimum 3 years' experience in customs clearance
Exposure to export shipments
Previous background within freight forwarding
Operational logistics experience is beneficial
Experience working with DEFRA and IPAFFS
Experience within perishable logistics or fresh produce supply chains is highly desirable
Ability to work independently and manage multiple shipments
Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach
Comfortable helping establish new processes and operational structures
Benefits
Annual Christmas bonus
Annual company trip to Cape Town - fully paid
Opportunity to join a rapidly growing international logistics organisation
The chance to play a key role in building new UK operationsWR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.
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Salary description
£29000.00 - £35000.00 per year