Import/ Export Specialist

The Import / Export Manager is responsible for coordinating and administering the end-to-end documentation and operational processes required to move goods internationally. The role ensures all import and export activities comply with customs regulations, trade legislation, and company procedures, enabling timely, cost-effective, and compliant movement of goods across borders. Key Responsibilities - Develop and implement efficient, compliant processes for international movements - Ensure compliance with local and international customs regulations, trade controls, and HMRC requirements. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of import/export legislation, duties, VAT, and trade agreements - Facilitate the preparation and processing of import and export documentation, ensuring accurate tariff classification, customs valuation, and application of Incoterms - Build and maintain customs agent instruction sheets (commodity code, TARIC add-on code, threshold code) and review agent-filed declarations for accuracy - Coordinate shipments with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders - Track shipments and proactively resolve delays, discrepancies, or clearance issues - Own AVK's CBAM compliance across EU and UK regimes, including tracking tonnage against the EU's 50-tonne annual threshold and preparing for UK CBAM's mandatory reporting from January 2027 - Maintain a forward-looking view of CBAM-scope materials across pipeline projects, flagging exposure at quoting/tender stage rather than after volumes are committed Metrics for success - On-time customs clearance and shipment delivery - Accuracy of documentation and customs declarations - Compliance with customs and trade regulations - Reduction in delays, penalties, and additional freight costs - CBAM tonnage tracked against threshold, with no unplanned crossing Experience - An experienced professional with a proven track record in import/export, customs, or international logistics roles - Strong understanding of import/export documentation and procedures, customs regulations, tariff codes, Incoterms, and trade compliance - Demonstrated experience managing trade compliance and external logistics partners - Effective written and verbal communication skills - Working knowledge of CBAM (EU), CN code classification, and CDS data Qualifications - Degree or professional qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, or International Trade. - Private Health Insurance - Performance Bonus - 25 days annual leave + bank hols - Birthday Off - Pension Plan