Responsibilities:
⚫ Supervise and coordinate customs-related operations for imports and exports in Spain and the EU region.
⚫ Review and validate all customs declarations, HS code classifications, and documentation submitted by third-party customs service providers.
⚫ Ensure compliance with the EU Customs Code (UCC) and local Spanish customs procedures.
⚫ Manage and audit certificates of origin and preferential tariff documentation (e.g., FORM A and other origin proofs) to ensure maximum tariff benefits.
⚫ Oversee customs risk management and ensure timely resolution of customs inspections, holds, or compliance issues.
⚫ Provide professional guidance to third-party customs brokers, ensuring their services meet contractual SLAs and internal compliance standards.
⚫ Monitor and maintain import/export data accuracy within company systems and customs reporting platforms.
⚫ Support optimization of customs and trade processes, including ATA Carnet, inward processing, and other trade facilitation programs.
⚫ Collaborate cross-functionally with logistics, supply chain, legal, and finance departments to align customs compliance with overall business operations.
Requirements:
⚫ Valid EU-recognized customs certification (e.g., EU Certified Customs Specialist – CCC) or equivalent Spanish customs qualification.
⚫ Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in customs management within Spain or other major EU countries (e.g., Germany, France).
⚫ Proven experience handling import/export clearance for the automotive or manufacturing industry, especially KD parts.
⚫ Deep knowledge of EU origin rules, HS classification, and customs valuation.
⚫ Strong ability to audit and challenge third-party customs declarations with high attention to detail and risk awareness.
⚫ Excellent problem-solving and response capabilities in customs inspection or clearance delays.
⚫ Strong communication and coordination skills; able to liaise professionally with customs authorities, third-party agents, and internal teams.
⚫ Fluent in Spanish (C1 or above) and English; Catalan and Chinese are a plus.
⚫ Cross-cultural adaptability to effectively bridge Chinese and European business environments.
⚫ Preferably local Spanish citizens or candidates with valid work authorization in Spain. ⚫ Preferred Background:
⚫ Senior customs operators or supervisors from large international freight forwarding or customs brokerage companies with branch offices in Spain.
⚫ Customs department staff from automotive manufacturers (e.g., Volkswagen, PSA/Stellantis, Ford) or Tier 1 suppliers (e.g., Bosch, Hella, Valeo) with established factories in Spain.
⚫ Advisors or consultants from professional third-party trade compliance consulting firms specializing in EU customs and regulatory affairs.