Customs Specialist - DE / UK (f / m / d)

Aptiv; Wuppertal; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global technology company in Wuppertal is seeking a Customs Specialist to manage import/export operations primarily for Germany and the UK. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, fluency in German and English, and 5-7 years of experience in customs operations. Responsibilities include managing customs brokers, supporting audit processes, and ensuring compliance with customs regulations. This position offers a flexible work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Leistungen

Flexible work environment

Professional growth and development

Access to training and certifications

Recognition for innovation and excellence

Opportunities to give back to the community

Qualifikationen

• 5-7 years of experience managing customs operations in an industrial environment.
• Commitment to Excellence in Operations and strong communication skills.
• Demonstrate key competencies in EU-related customs programs.

Aufgaben

• Manage relationships with customs brokers and support import/export operations.
• Act as point of contact for customs audits and related issues.
• Monitor duties and implement duty relief programs.

Kenntnisse

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Proficiency in Word

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Reporting to the EMEA Logistics operation lead, the DE / UK Customs Specialist is responsible for the flawless execution of import / export operations with primary focus Germany and United Kingdom. The Customs Specialist will ensure that a high level of collaboration exists between primary carriers, customs brokers, suppliers and EDS plants and operation to achieve an industry-standard end-to-end operations for inbound and outbound flows as well as all flows between the EDS entities located across Europe.

Your role :

Management of the relationships with current and potential customs brokers through daily interactions and monthly business reviews (MBRs).

For the countries under his / her purview

Customs Brokers point of contact for escalations and resolution of operational issues affecting the performance and execution of customs operations

Prepare and submit all customs requests for duty Monitor any duty relief programs

First point of contact for all external customs audits, as well as independent internal auditor for all special customs regimes (AEO, OPR, Pref Origin)

Submit all customs authorizations to the authorities and manage any renewals (for country / countries under direct responsibility.

Support import / export department

Provide support to Global Trade Operations (GTC) manager on targeted / specific customs topics and projects related to country / countries under direct responsibility

Review and support on customs operational matters for EDS

Customs requests for duty refunds management (in case of overpayment made and / or after receipt of retrospective preferential origin documents.

Monitor duty relief programs and supported by GTC, and where applicable, implement

First point of contact for all external customs audits

Support business in communication of classification issues to Aptiv Classification Team and maintain and monitor all customs related internal procedures (classification, valuation, preferred origin determination, etc.)

Monitor customs broker requirements and activities to ensure compliance with legal and Aptiv requirements

Reporting activities

Monthly contracted broker reporting activity responsibility

Customs spend analysis (for country / countries under direct responsibility)

Manage current regional report and actively support the implementation and management of a Duties Spend and Savings tool Analysis

Represent GTO in all Aptiv Business units under direct responsibility in customs related topics(including RFQ, Value stream, CIRF+, etc.)

Report, communicate and coordinate operational customs matters on an ongoing basis with EMEA GTO Manager.

Operations Excellence :

Track achievements, penalties and manage customs brokerage related KPIs for the countriesunder his / her purview.

Update custosms processes as required by regulatory or business operating developmentsthat enables Aptiv to maintain high customs compliance level in a cost-effective manner

Your background :

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, or related field.

High energy, results-oriented individual with 5-7 year-experience managing customs operations in an industrial environment.

Provenknowledgeandpracticeofinternationaltradeandrelatedtransportationmodesand 3PL / 4PL operations

S / he must demonstrate commitment to Excellence in Operations, have direct and cross-functional communication ability, and apply sharp focus on responsibility and accountability.

Demonstrate key functional competencies in multiple EU-related customs programs.

Strongfocusoncustomersatisfaction,senseofurgencyandbiasforactionareunwavering requirements for this role.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Fluency in German & English language (spoken and written)

“Important Company Update – Please Read Before Applying. On January 22, 2025, Aptiv announced its decision to separate its EDS division to form two separate independent companies :

This role is within the EDS segment, and you will be joining that segment as it becomes its own entity, with a rich heritage and proven track record as a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems. Our solutions are central to enabling the next generation of electrified, automated, and connected vehicles, and we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence. We are looking for talented individuals who are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of EDS and delivering industry-leading solutions to the world’s top automotive manufacturers.

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv.Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs
• You can have an impact.Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with : Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents

Aptiv Benefits :

• Our working style : flexible work environment
• Learning, professional growth and development in a world-recognized international environment.
• Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications.
• Recognition for innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities to give back to the community