Customs & Trade Compliance, Denmark Professional

Freelio; Assens Kommune; Hybrid; DKK 432,000 - 648,000; Full time

Job summary

Scandinavian Tobacco Group in Assens, Denmark, is seeking a Customs & Trade Compliance Professional for a permanent hybrid role. The position manages import/export procedures, stays ahead of regulatory changes, and oversees regimes like EMCS and IPR.

You’ll classify goods, support SAP-based processes, and perform risk assessments to safeguard compliant trade flows. The role requires Danish language proficiency, strong analytical skills, and a proactive, collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in customs & trade compliance, including hands-on work with import/export processes and customs regimes
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in declarations and documentation
• Analytical ability to interpret and apply legislation
• Proactive, service-oriented mindset with strong stakeholder collaboration skills
• Danish language proficiency and valid Danish ID Card
• Working proficiency in English

Responsibilities

• Manage and follow up on import and export procedures to ensure compliant, timely customs flows
• Monitor and implement customs legislation changes and country-specific obligations
• Set up and oversee customs regimes such as EMCS (Excise Movement and Control System), IPR (Inward Processing Relief), and bonded warehouse processes
• Classify products and determine valuation and origin (HS – Harmonized System, ECS – Export Control System, FTA – Free Trade Agreement) for accurate declarations and duty management
• Support SAP-based customs processes as a basic user (training provided)
• Conduct regular risk assessments and manage customs claims, with proactive mitigation and clear documentation

Skills

Customs & trade compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Danish language proficiency

Attention to detail

Analytical ability

English proficiency

Tools

Descartes software

Job description

# Customs & Trade Compliance, Denmark ProfessionalAnsøg hos virksomheden## JobbeskrivelsePlanning & Fulfilment – Global Customs & Trade Compliance Team• Location: Assens, Denmark• Working hours: Full-time• Work model: Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days WFH)• Contract type: PermanentAre you motivated by ensuring full compliance in a complex and fast-evolving regulatory landscape? As our new Customs & Trade Compliance Professional, you'll play a key role in safeguarding STG's global trade flows and reducing customs-related risk. You'll work closely with Planning, Customs & Transportation, Procurement, and Finance to keep customs processes compliant, efficient, and well-documented.What your day will look like• Manage and follow up on import and export procedures to ensure compliant, timely customs flows• Monitor and implement customs legislation changes and country-specific obligations• Set up and oversee customs regimes such as EMCS (Excise Movement and Control System), IPR (Inward Processing Relief), and bonded warehouse processes• Classify products and determine valuation and origin (HS – Harmonized System, ECS – Export Control System, FTA – Free Trade Agreement) for accurate declarations and duty management• Support SAP-based customs processes as a basic user (training provided)• Conduct regular risk assessments and manage customs claims, with proactive mitigation and clear documentation KeystakeholdersMaterial Planning · Customs & Transportation · Procurement · Finance · Manufacturing · Tax/Legal · IT/Reporting · SST · Warehousing What you'll bring• Proven experience in customs & trade compliance, including hands-on work with import/export processes and customs regimes• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in declarations and documentation• Analytical ability to interpret and apply legislation• Proactive, service-oriented mindset with strong stakeholder collaboration skills• Danish language proficiency and valid Danish ID Card• Working proficiency in EnglishNice-to-have: Descartes software experience• Advantage: experience with AEO (Authorised Economic Operator), UCC (Union Customs Code), CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism), EUDR (EU Deforestation Regulation), or customs auditsWorking at STG & What to expect At Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG), we are so much more than what meets the eye. We combine the strength of global brands with the entrepreneurial mindset that allows people to make a real impact. Here you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, collaborate across borders, and help shape what's next. At STG you'll find more than a role—you'll find opportunities to grow, collaborate across borders, and make a meaningful impact. For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from DKK 432,000–648,000 annually corresponding to the level of the position, expected experience and responsibilities.Incentives and Benefits: The salary package may include short-term and/or long-term incentives as well as other employee benefits based on position level, location, functional area and relevant market benchmarks.Our recruitment processBefore starting our hiring process, your application will be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team. We assess each application against the key competencies and requirements for the role. If your experience and skills are a good match, you’ll be invited to continue through our hiring process, which may include the following steps: .• Recruiter screening• First round: interview with the Hiring Manager - 1 hour, technical depth• PI assessment• Second round: interview with a Senior Stakeholder – 30–45 min Scandinavian Tobacco Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please be informed that this Direct Search is conducted exclusively by Scandinavian Tobacco Group. We do not accept applications from agencies, and we will not provide compensation for unsolicited CVs.