EU Customs Coordination Senior Specialist / Manager

CHERY; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An international automotive brand is seeking a Customs Operations Supervisor in Barcelona. Responsibilities include coordinating customs operations, ensuring EU compliance, and managing import/export procedures. Candidates should have a valid customs certification and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, ideally in the automotive sector. Proficiency in Spanish and English is required, while knowledge of Chinese is a plus. Competitive salary and career progression opportunities within the company are offered.

Servicios

Competitive salary and benefits

Career progression opportunities

Stable employment with international group

Formación

• 3+ years of experience in customs management in Spain or EU.
• Experience in import/export clearance for the automotive industry.
• Deep understanding of EU customs regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise customs operations for imports/exports in Spain.
• Review customs declarations and ensure compliance.
• Manage customs risk and resolve inspections.

Conocimientos

Valid EU-recognized customs certification

Hands-on experience in customs management

Strong ability to audit customs declarations

Fluent in Spanish and English

Cross-cultural adaptability

Educación

EU Certified Customs Specialist

Descripción del empleo

About the company

OMODA Motors, part of the Chery Group, is an international automotive brand expanding in Europe. Our European headquarters is in Barcelona, leading the brand’s development across the region.

Work arrangement

This position is based fully on-site at our Barcelona office.

Why join us?

• Join one of the fastest-growing international automotive brands in Europe.
• Play a key role in building OMODA’s European trade and customs compliance operations from the ground up.
• Work in a dynamic, multicultural team that values innovation, precision, and collaboration.
• Develop deep expertise in EU customs regulations and automotive trade compliance.
• Collaborate closely with HQ in China and European business units to optimize global trade flows.
• Gain long-term career growth in a rapidly expanding international organization.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate customs-related operations for imports and exports in Spain and the EU region.
• Review and validate all customs declarations, HS code classifications, and documentation submitted by third-party customs service providers.
• Ensure compliance with the EU Customs Code (UCC) and local Spanish customs procedures.
• Manage and audit certificates of origin and preferential tariff documentation (e.g., FORM A and other origin proofs) to ensure maximum tariff benefits.
• Oversee customs risk management and ensure timely resolution of customs inspections, holds, or compliance issues.
• Provide professional guidance to third-party customs brokers, ensuring their services meet contractual SLAs and internal compliance standards.
• Monitor and maintain import / export data accuracy within company systems and customs reporting platforms.
• Support optimization of customs and trade processes, including ATA Carnet, inward processing, and other trade facilitation programs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with logistics, supply chain, legal, and finance departments to align customs compliance with overall business operations.

Requirements

• Valid EU-recognized customs certification (e.g., EU Certified Customs Specialist – CCC) or equivalent Spanish customs qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience in customs management within Spain or other major EU countries (e.g., Germany, France).
• Proven experience handling import / export clearance for the automotive or manufacturing industry, especially KD parts.
• Deep knowledge of EU origin rules, HS classification, and customs valuation.
• Strong ability to audit and challenge third‑party customs declarations with high attention to detail and risk awareness.
• Excellent problem‑solving and response capabilities in customs inspection or clearance delays.
• Strong communication and coordination skills; able to liaise professionally with customs authorities, third‑party agents, and internal teams.
• Fluent in Spanish (C1 or above) and English; Catalan and Chinese are a plus.
• Cross‑cultural adaptability to effectively bridge Chinese and European business environments.
• Preferably local Spanish citizens or candidates with valid work authorization in Spain.

Preferred Background

• Senior customs operators or supervisors from large international freight forwarding or customs brokerage companies with branch offices in Spain.
• Customs department staff from automotive manufacturers (e.g., Volkswagen, PSA / Stellantis, Ford) or Tier 1 suppliers (e.g., Bosch, Hella, Valeo) with established factories in Spain.
• Advisors or consultants from professional third‑party trade compliance consulting firms specializing in EU customs and regulatory affairs.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to build and shape customs operations for an expanding international brand.
• A global working environment in our Barcelona headquarters.
• Career progression opportunities within OMODA Motors Europe.
• Stable and long‑term employment with an international automotive group.