Customs Assistant

DSV; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV is seeking a Customs Assistant for the GBS MNL - Business Support Services team in Manila. The role involves vetting and compiling invoice lines, creating pre-lodgments, and ensuring timely submission through local customs systems.

You will verify data, obtain necessary documents, and communicate discrepancies as they arise. Key duties include adhering to SOPs, handling customer pre-lodge activities, and supporting process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Customs Administration is an advantage but not required.
• Freight-forwarding / logistics education is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of MS Office and web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Vet and compile invoice lines and create pre-lodgment within required timeframes.
• Verify and update data entry in Customs systems and obtain clearance documents.
• Communicate immediately about any process or document discrepancies.
• Follow SOPs for vetting, compiling and customs administration.
• Attend to customer pre-lodge/customs activities and inquiries.
• Support process improvement projects and team objectives.

Skills

MS Office

CW1 system

Web apps

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Customs Administration

Job description

Job Req Number: 125403
Time Type: Full Time

Position:

Customs Assistant

Department / Location:

GBS MNL - Business Support Services

Line Reporting:

Team Leader

This role is responsible to timely and accurate vetting and compiling of invoice lines and ends within creating pre-lodgment in timeframes required and /or Customs Administration where the submission is made thru local customs systems. The process is verifying and updating data entry in Customs system and obtaining documents for customs clearance and shall communicate immediately should there be process or documents discrepancy.

Key Tasks & Deliverables

• Check the daily workbench and workload allocation and ensure all jobs are actioned based on priority and within allowed KPI.
• Follow the SOP with the steps on how the process of vetting and compiling and/or Customs Administration. Check special instruction to specific customers.
• Report irregularities as per SOP.
• Send email communication to responsible party for any missing documents for Customs clearance. Perform proper escalation when necessary.
• Attend to customer Pre-lodge/customs activities and queries.
• Sending jobs into pre-lodge/customs.
• Active participation in project for process improvements
• Individual Performance to meet/exceed expectations as defined in the SLA
• Work under the direction of Team Leader/s
• Adapt to DSV GBS MNL culture and perform in line with the Values/behaviors defined
• To be a DSV ambassador.
• Responsible for the delivery of set personal targets, i.e. Productivity, Timeliness and Accuracy.
• Responsible for the delivery of set additional personal targets, i.e. attendance and behavioral.
• To own personal development in line with DSV's performance review process
• Follow given directions and perform assigned duties.
• Perform assigned tasks to support DSV and meet its objectives and targets regarding quality, health, safety and environment as documented in IMS and follow all requirements as set out in the QHSE policy.
• Ensure that day to day activities embrace sustainability/Health and safety therefore reducing the impact upon the environment, supporting the communities we work in and reducing incidents in the workplace
• Team Player and willing to be assigned on a different team or operating hours should there be a business need.

Education and Skills

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Customs Administration is an advantage but not required.
• Freight-forwarding / logistics education is an advantage.
• Knowledge in CW1 system is an advantage.
• Good Know How in MS-Office (Outlook /Excel – Intermediate to advanced)
• Good Know How in web-based applications / Internet
• Quick comprehension and focused work
• Resilience, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Accurate and reliable working method
• Ability to work in a team & good interpersonal skills
• Openness and flexibility in meeting customer demands / service attitude

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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