International Logistics Manager – Customs Clearance & Yard Operations

Geely Auto Europe; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Geely Auto Europe is seeking a detail-oriented Clearance and Yard Management Specialist to oversee vehicle import customs declarations, yard logistics, and compliance across major European markets.

You will coordinate end-to-end processes for Germany, France, Hungary, and Spain, ensure accurate duty payments, supervise yard operations, perform VIN inspections, and collaborate with regulatory teams to meet national standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, SCM, international trade or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in customs clearance or yard management in Europe.
• Knowledge of EU import regulations and VAT/tax.
• Strong problem-solving across regulatory and certification issues.
• Fluent English and at least one other European language.
• Excellent organizational and cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end EU vehicle import customs declarations and payments.
• Oversee yard operations at multiple locations across Europe.
• Perform inbound VIN checks and maintain digital vehicle records.
• Coordinate outbound processes from dealer orders to delivery prep.
• Resolve market-specific clearance challenges with technical/compliance teams.
• Ensure yard safety and pass audits by national authorities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Trade, or a related field

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Clearance and Yard Management Specialist to oversee vehicle import customs declarations, yard operations, and compliance management across key European markets. The ideal candidate will ensure efficient customs clearance, optimized yard logistics, and strict adherence to the regulatory requirements of Germany, France, Hungary, and Spain.

About the Role

The Clearance and Yard Management Specialist will manage customs declarations and yard operations across multiple locations in Europe, ensuring compliance and efficiency in all processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end customs declarations for vehicle imports in the EU (including Germany’s ATLAS, France’s Delta, Hungary’s EDI, and Spain’s DUA systems), ensuring accurate payment of duties and VAT (e.g., IVA in Spain, TVA in France) for compliant and timely clearance.
• Oversee daily yard operations at designated locations (e.g., Barcelona/Algeciras in Spain, key logistics hubs in Germany, France, and Hungary), optimizing processes for vehicle receipt, parking, relocation, and dispatch.
• Perform inbound vehicle inspections (VIN verification, document checks, physical condition), and maintain up-to-date digital vehicle records with real-time status tracking across all regions.
• Coordinate outbound processes based on dealer orders, including vehicle cleaning, Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI), and delivery preparation to ensure swift and accurate handover.
• Resolve market-specific clearance challenges (e.g., German type approval, French COC/Certificate of Conformity, Hungarian technical standards, Spanish ECE and environmental labeling) by collaborating with technical and compliance teams.
• Ensure yard safety and regulatory compliance (e.g., local fire safety, environmental waste management, seismic regulations where applicable) and successfully pass periodic audits by national authorities in each country.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Trade, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in customs clearance, yard management, or automotive logistics within the European market, with exposure to Germany, France, Hungary and/or Spain.
• Working knowledge of EU and national import regulations (e.g., German ATLAS, French Delta, Hungarian EDI, Spanish DUA) and VAT/tax requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate technical, regulatory, and certification issues across multiple jurisdictions.
• Proficiency in English and at least one other European language (e.g., German, French, Spanish, or Hungarian).
• Excellent organizational and cross-functional communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with automotive PDI processes and digital inventory management systems.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards in industrial or logistics settings within the EU.

Pay range and compensation package

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience in multinational customs operations and yard management, particularly within the specified European markets.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.