About this role

Customs Administrator

12-Month Contract (Full-Time Onsite)

Location

Stafford

Hours

Mon-Thu 08:00-16:30, Fri 08:00-13:00 (Early Finish!)

Pay Rate

Up to £15 per hour

Join a Global Leader in Industrial Manufacturing

We are seeking a detail-oriented Customs Administrator to join our facility in Stafford. This role is essential to our daily operations, ensuring that parts and products flow seamlessly across international borders in full compliance with regulatory requirements.

As part of the Large Power Systems Division, you will act as the primary link between our internal teams and external freight forwarders, maintaining the integrity of our global supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

Clearance Instructions

Provide timely and accurate instructions to Customs Brokers to ensure UK guidelines and time constraints are met.

Documentation Management

Audit import documents for completeness and resolve discrepancies to prevent delivery disruptions.

Financial Oversight

Calculate accruing customs duties and ensure duty savings are obtained where applicable.

Compliance & Auditing

Maintain precise records and logs that satisfy HMRC and internal audit standards.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Build strong relationships with Material Planning, Purchase, and Finance departments to ensure data accuracy.

What We Are Looking For

Meticulous Accuracy

You have a "right first time" mentality and a sharp eye for detail.

Organizational Skills

You can prioritize a high-volume workload and meet tight deadlines using your own initiative.

Technical Proficiency

You are confident in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, and formatting).

Communication

You are a collaborative team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience

Previous experience in an import/export role or working with the Customs Declaration Service (CDS).

A solid understanding of Incoterms.

Experience navigating the complexities of a large, global organization.

Apply today!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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