European Freight / Customs Supervisor

European Freight / Customs Supervisor
Location: Redditch Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Approx. 11:30am - 8:00pm
Start Date: Immediate start available
 
About the Role
Recruitable Staffing are recruiting for an experienced European Freight / Customs Supervisor to join a busy freight and logistics operation based in Redditch.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong European road freight experience, particularly exports into Southern Ireland and Northern Ireland, along with a solid understanding of customs procedures and compliance.
 
The successful candidate will take ownership of daily road freight export files, liaise with agents and suppliers, support new customer onboarding and act as a key point of knowledge for customs-related queries across the operation.
 
Key Responsibilities

Manage daily road freight export files from start to finish
Handle European freight movements, with a focus on Ireland and Northern Ireland
Liaise with overseas agents, suppliers and internal teams
Ensure export files are accurately costed, invoiced and maintained
Review customs documentation and support compliant customer onboarding
Ensure the correct customs procedures are followed across the team
Keep up to date with customs and trade legislation changes
Communicate upcoming legislative changes clearly to teams and customers
Support internal customs-related projects and process improvements
Use Excel and internal systems to manage information accurately Skills and Experience Required

Strong European freight experience is essential
Previous road freight export experience is required
Strong understanding of exports into Southern Ireland
Good knowledge of Northern Ireland customs requirements
Experience using TSS or similar customs platforms would be highly beneficial
Confident handling IMMI's and full customs declarations
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organisation and time management skills
Confident communicator with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
Good working knowledge of Excel
Customs qualifications Level 2-4 would be advantageous Benefits

Salary of £35,000 - £38,000 depending on experience
Permanent opportunity
Supportive working environment
Ongoing training and development
Employee Assistance Programme
Attendance bonus after successful qualifying period
Opportunity to develop within a varied freight and customs role Apply
This is a strong opportunity for an experienced European Freight or Customs professional looking to take ownership within a busy and varied logistics environment.
 
To apply, please submit your CV or contact Recruitable Staffing for more information