Customs & Trade Compliance Advisor - temporary

TVH; Waregem; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Insurance

Flexible working hours

Home working

Job summary

TVH is seeking an expert in customs legislation and international trade to advise stakeholders and ensure seamless compliance. You will monitor regulations, act as an internal advisor across departments, and drive efficiency in processes.

The role includes training internal teams, analyzing impact of regulatory changes, and supporting audits and licenses. Fluency in Dutch and English is required; Belgian-based position with hybrid/remote options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent by experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in customs and trade compliance.
• Experience in legal analysis, compliance, risk management.
• Knowledge of global customs regulations and trade compliance.
• Familiarity with trade compliance software and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Apply, monitor and oversee customs legislation and trade regulations.
• Advise departments on import/export requirements and compliance risks.
• Analyze processes to identify risks and drive efficiency.
• Advise on tariff classification and rules of origin.
• Deliver training on customs compliance procedures.

Skills

Customs legislation

Trade compliance

Legal analysis

Risk management

Communication

Cross-department collaboration

Problem solving

Dutch language

English language

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent by experience

2-3 years in customs and trade compliance

Tools

Trade compliance software

ERP systems

Job description

This is a temporary job until the end of August 2027.

Are you an expert in customs legislation and international trade with a passion for advising business stakeholders and ensuring seamless compliance? Do you have experience navigating complex customs processes, trade agreements, and export controls? Then we are looking for you!

Who are we?

We are a dynamic and international company with an ambitious vision of efficient and compliant international trade. Our Customs & Trade Compliance team plays a crucial role in our global operations, ensuring that our international supply chain remains compliant, efficient, and aligned with global regulations.

Your role and responsibilities

• You will be responsible for the correct application, monitoring, and oversight of customs legislation and trade regulations.
• You act as a trusted internal advisor to various departments on customs matters, import/export requirements, and trade compliance risks.
• You analyze existing operational processes to identify risks, optimize procedures, and drive continuous efficiency improvements.
• You advise on product tariff classification, manage rules of origin and preferential trade agreements, and perform export control and sanctions screenings.
• You develop and deliver training to internal stakeholders on customs compliance procedures and best practices.
• You monitor changes in international trade legislation and assess their impact on our business operations.
• You support internal audits, assist with customs authority inquiries, and help maintain required customs authorizations and licenses.

Your profile

• Bachelor degree or equivalent by experience;
• 2 - 3 years of experience and at least 2 years of experience in a customs and trade compliance related function;
• Experience in legal analysis, compliance, risk management;
• Knowledge of global customs regulations, trade compliance and logistics processes;
• Familiarity with trade compliance software and tools and/or ERP systems;
• Good understanding of the functioning of processes and procedures;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments;
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving issues;
• Knowledge of risk, internal control, internal audit and monitoring techniques is considered a plus;
• Fluent in Dutch & English both spoken and written, French is a plus.

What’s in it for you

• A competitive salary with benefits such as meal vouchers and insurances.
• Flexible working hours, home working and a healthy work-life balance.
• 20 paid vacation days and 12 WTR days.
• An easily accessible work location (but remote work is also possible).
• A people-centric culture where your fitness and mental well-being matter.
• Lunch breaks and sports facilities in TVH Park, the company’s green zone.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and many in-house (and external) training courses.
• Fun after works and other optional events (e.g. TVH Kaffee).

People are at our heart

TVH is a global business with a family atmosphere, where people are at the center. We value clarity, mutual respect, kindness and open communication. Our people are down-to‑earth, easy to work and engage with. We welcome differences and celebrate new ideas.

About TVH

TVH is a parts specialist for quality parts and accessories for material handling, industrial vehicles, and construction and agricultural equipment. Working at TVH is opting for a company that excels as an international market leader and is well-known for its unstoppable craving for innovation.

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