Customs Declarant

OOCL Logistics Limited; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

OOCL Logistics Limited in Rotterdam is seeking a Customs Declarant to manage all customs documentation and liaise with Customs Offices, inspection agencies, and customers. You will prepare and check documents for incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.

The role requires an mbo+ level with a Declarant diploma, proven experience in a similar role, and strong Dutch and English communication. German and/or French knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Holds MBO+/HBO level with the Declarant diploma.
• Proven experience as Declarant in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control all customs documentation.
• Maintain contacts with internal and external stakeholders such as Customs Offices, inspection agencies, and customers.
• Submit objections, adjustments and refunds requests.
• Gather necessary information for correct preparation of customs documentation.
• Check data accuracy and identify irregularities in customs.
• Perform VAT returns and processing of statistical data for tax representation.

Skills

Communication skills

Dutch language

English language

Reliability

Education

MBO+/HBO level

Declarant diploma

Job description

Customs Declarant - Customs House Brokerage Department

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Customs House Brokerage

Sep 8, 2026

OOCL Logistics is a leading, global logistics service provider operating from anetwork of more than 140 own offices. We are proud of our independent andneutral approach, allowing us to offer innovative logistics and supply chainservices to our customers, both internationally and locally. Our ultimate goal isalways to deliver the optimal solution for each customer.

OOCL Logistics has a vacancy for the Customs House Brokerage department for a

Rotterdam │ Fulltime│ MBO+/HBO

In the role of Customs Declarant, you are the contact person for customers regarding allcustoms matters and you are responsible for the complete administrative handling ofcustoms documentation. As a Customs Declarant, you prepare and check customsdocuments for both incoming and outgoing shipments.

Your profile and responsibilities:

• Managing and controlling all customs documentation.
• Maintaining contacts with internal and external stakeholders such as Customs Offices,inspection agencies, and customers.
• Submitting objections, adjustments and corrections, and timely requesting refunds.
• Gathering necessary information for the correct preparation of customs documentation.
• Checking the accuracy of obtained data and identifying irregularities in the area ofcustoms.
• Performing required actions for tax representation, including preparing VAT returns andprocessing statistical data.

Your profile:

• Demonstrable mbo+ work and thinking level and you hold the professional diploma ofDeclarant.
• You have proven experience in a similar role as Declarant.
• You are experienced with customs documentation and laws and regulations.
• You have a strong drive, are focused on customer satisfaction, possess excellentcommunication skills in both Dutch and English, and are known for your reliability inkeeping commitments with customers.
• Having knowledge of the German and/or French language is considered a valuableaddition.