Customs And Trade Compliance Executive

Cambridge Commodities Ltd; Ely; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Electric car charging points

Free on-site gym

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice pension

Job summary

Cambridge Commodities Ltd is seeking a Customs and Trade Compliance Executive to support the team in daily duties and projects, overseeing international shipping documentation, customs compliance, and logistics coordination for UK and EU operations.

The role requires experience in import/export administration, knowledge of UK customs procedures, and strong organisation. The position offers 37.5 hours weekly, with hybrid work from home and on-site office in Ely, England.

Qualifications

• IT literate with proficiency in key Microsoft packages.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills to manage multiple shipments.
• Experience in import/export administration or international logistics.
• Knowledge of UK customs procedures and international shipping documentation.
• Experience with HMRC customs processes or CDS systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage all import and export documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and certificates of origin.
• Ensure documentation supports timely import and compliance with customs regulations.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and suppliers to manage shipments.
• Monitor shipment progress and resolve delays or customs issues.
• Maintain audit-ready records and respond to customer queries regarding orders and deliveries.

Skills

MS Office

Customer service

Planning & organising

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Deadline management

Import/export administration

UK customs procedures

Incoterms & freight

CDS systems knowledge

Commodity codes & tariffs

Job description

Do you have experience supporting a Logistics function or does a career within Logistics appeal to you? We have an exciting opportunity for a Customs and Trade Compliance Executive to join our team here at Cambridge Commodities!

The Company: Here at Cambridge Commodities, we are a leading supplier of nutritional ingredients and product solutions to the sports nutrition, food & beverage, animal nutrition and health & wellbeing industries.

People are at the very core of our business, whether they are our employees, our customers, or the end consumer. Our people focused culture promotes a friendly environment where employees enjoy coming to work.

Some other benefits of working for us include:

• State of the art facilities with electric car charging points,
• L&D system (700+ courses),
• Free on-site gym,
• Free fruit, tea & coffee,
• Death in Service benefit (4 x salary),
• Wellbeing EAP App and hotline,
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme,
• Cycle to Work Scheme,
• Green Car Scheme,
• Paid Time off for Charity and blood donations,
• Social Events, and more.

Protecting the environment and supporting sustainability is also hugely important to us and we are proud to be achieving zero waste to landfill with a highly energy efficient Head Office.

If you think you would like to be a part of Cambridge Commodities, keep reading for more details on the role.

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:30

Location: Working in the office with some hybrid working from home available

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (dependant on skills, knowledge and experience)

The Role: This role will be supporting the Customs and Trade Compliance team in both daily duties and projects, playing a key role in ensuring smooth import and export operations. The main objective is to oversee international shipping documentation, customs compliance, and logistics coordination for UK and EU, maintaining compliance with trade regulations.

Duties will include:

• Manage all import and export documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and certificates of origin.
• Ensure all correct documentation is in place to enable timely import in areas of customs documentation and supplier documentation.
• Checking supplier's sales contract (SC); and ensure all information on PO and SC is coherent.
• Keep ERP System updated when new information is provided by suppliers.
• Answering sales queries by checking information with suppliers; or information from interdepartmental teams.
• Ensure compliance with UK customs regulations, international trade laws and company policies.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs brokers, and suppliers to coordinate shipments.
• Monitor shipment progress and resolve any delays, discrepancies, or customs issues.
• Maintain accurate records within internal systems and ensure audit-ready documentation.
• Providing support in answering customer queries relating to orders, shipments and deliveries
• Supporting on shipping methods, lead-time, and stock allocations.
• Work closely with finance teams regarding duties, VAT, and shipping costs as and when necessary
• Track and report on logistics performance and shipping schedules.
• Stay updated with changes in trade regulations and customs procedures.

Essential skills: To be successful in this role you will have the following skills and attributes:

• IT literate with proficiency in key Microsoft packages
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Excellent organisational and planning skills to manage multiple shipments simultaneously
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Excellent problem solver
• Deadline focused with ability to balance daily tasks with long-term projects
• Experience in import/export administration or international logistics
• Knowledge of UK customs procedures and international shipping documentation
• Experience with HMRC customs processes or CDS systems.
• Experience with Incoterms and freight management
• Understanding of customs procedures including Customs Warehousing
• Knowledge of commodity codes, tariffs and trade compliance

Our Commitment: CC are an equal opportunities employer who is committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment. We will consider all applicants based purely on their abilities to fulfil the role.

Customs and Trade Compliance Executive Ely, England, GB