Customs Operations Leader: Compliance & Strategy

PRAXI; Liguria; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

PRAXI S.p.A. in Genoa seeks a Customs Operations Manager to oversee Italian and European customs regulations and to supervise the end-to-end customs clearance process.

You will coordinate the activities of a Customs Broker operation and drive compliance across the organization. Lead a skilled team, liaise with clients, suppliers, brokers and authorities, and continuously improve procedures to support business growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the operational management of customs clearance processes.
• Sound knowledge of customs regulations and compliance requirements.
• Ability to independently manage import/export customs procedures.
• Knowledge of customs documentation and clearance procedures.
• Ability to liaise effectively with clients, suppliers, Customs Brokers, and Customs Authorities.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Good command of IT tools and customs/logistics management systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure and oversee correct application of Italian and EU customs regulations.
• Manage Customs Compliance and Customs Valuation matters with expert support.
• Coordinate the operational and organizational activities typically associated with a Customs Broker.
• Define, implement, and continuously improve customs procedures and processes.
• Manage relationships with the Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency, coordinating customs audits, inspections, and verification activities.
• Collaborate with Senior Management to support business needs and objectives.
• Lead, develop, and mentor the Customs team, fostering professional growth and capability development.
• Support business development through a consultative approach, understanding clients' needs and translating them into operational and strategic customs solutions.

Skills

Customs management

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Process improvement

Client liaison

IT systems

Tools

Customs software

Job description

PRAXI S.p.A. in Genoa seeks a Customs Operations Manager to oversee Italian and European customs regulations and to supervise the end-to-end customs clearance process.

You will coordinate the activities of a Customs Broker operation and drive compliance across the organization. Lead a skilled team, liaise with clients, suppliers, brokers and authorities, and continuously improve procedures to support business growth.