Senior Customs Supervisor - Antwerp Port & EU Compliance

link-hrm-bv3; Antwerpen; Hybride; EUR 50 000 - 67 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

€4,500–€6,000 gross monthly salary

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working arrangement

Résumé du poste

Unknown in Antwerp, Belgium is seeking an experienced Customs Supervisor to join our team. This senior role focuses on Belgian and EU regulations, especially relating to Antwerp Port and maritime imports, and serves as the main liaison with Belgian Customs authorities.

The position is full-time, hybrid negotiable, with a gross monthly salary of €4,500–€6,000 and 25 days of annual leave. You will lead customs cases, advise on procedures, and guide junior staff while ensuring compliance and timely

Qualifications

• At least 3–5 years of relevant customs experience; more senior profiles are highly welcome.
• Strong practical knowledge of Belgian customs legislation and procedures.
• Proven experience dealing directly with Belgian Customs authorities.
• Experience with Antwerp Port and maritime import operations is highly preferred.
• Solid experience handling customs inspections, disputes, penalties and regulatory cases.
• Good understanding of EU customs legislation and import procedures.
• Previous experience in customs brokerage, freight forwarding, logistics or international trade is preferred.
• Native-level Dutch is strongly preferred, as the role requires direct communication with Belgian Customs authorities and participation in meetings.
• Good command of English. Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and take ownership of customs-related matters.
• Practical and solution-oriented, with the ability to handle customs cases from start to finish.

Responsabilités

• Act as a key contact person for Belgian Customs authorities, particularly in the Antwerp region.
• Represent the company in meetings and discussions with Belgian Customs.
• Handle and follow up on customs inspections, customs controls, disputes, penalties and other customs-related cases.
• Communicate directly with Customs regarding customs declarations, import procedures, customs classification, customs valuation, documentation and compliance matters.
• Investigate customs issues and coordinate with customers, warehouses, transport partners and internal teams to find practical solutions.
• Handle complex and sensitive customs cases, including communicating with Customs to clarify, negotiate and resolve issues when required. Provide practical advice on Belgian and EU customs regulations and procedures.
• Monitor changes in Belgian and EU customs legislation and assess their impact on the company's operations.Ensure that customs processes are handled correctly and in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Develop and improve internal customs procedures, controls and SOPs.
• Support and guide junior customs colleagues when necessary.

Connaissances

Dutch language

English language

Communication skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Independence

Ownership

Description du poste

Unknown in Antwerp, Belgium is seeking an experienced Customs Supervisor to join our team. This senior role focuses on Belgian and EU regulations, especially relating to Antwerp Port and maritime imports, and serves as the main liaison with Belgian Customs authorities.

The position is full-time, hybrid negotiable, with a gross monthly salary of €4,500–€6,000 and 25 days of annual leave. You will lead customs cases, advise on procedures, and guide junior staff while ensuring compliance and timely