Import Customs Clerk (Frankfurt Location)

Import Customs Clerk

Posted Sep 3 (45 days ago) · Last updated Oct 18

Key facts

Import customs clerk in Frankfurt area, permanent role with development opportunities.

Where and how
Raunheim, GermanyOnsiteMid-Level
Languages required
English, German, Finnish, Swedish

Original job ad

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Über Customs Support Group Customs Support Group (CSG) is the European market leader in customs services and operates in 14 countries. CSG is owned by a private-equity investor and is a fast-growing, dynamic and data-driven company, expanding its market presence through strong organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Key priorities include digital transformation, operational excellence and a superior customer experience. All of this serves to foster growth and improve efficiency. The role We are looking for experienced and motivated Import Declarants who wish to work in a dynamic, international and technology-oriented environment. This position is crucial to ensure smooth and compliant customs processes using state-of-the-art digital customs solutions. Main responsibilities: - Prepare export declarations for EU exports using the provided software solutions - Calculate import duties and prepare monthly invoices - Cooperate with customs authorities, including presenting customs documents for inspection, applying for special customs procedures for imports and other tax matters, and independently handling customs irregularities - Prepare all required customs declarations and carry out all customs formalities for imports and exports in compliance with applicable customs and tax regulations - Prepare operating instructions for processing import and export transactions including associated documents and collaborate with other operational departments - Handle customer inquiries and advise customers on operational customs topics Requirements: - Completed commercial apprenticeship, e.g. as a merchant for wholesale and foreign trade management or freight forwarding and logistics services or a comparable qualification - Solid professional experience in import/export customs handling and good knowledge of customs law and procedures - Experience in freight forwarding and logistics is required - Good English (at least B2) and solid German (at least B2) are mandatory - Strong communication skills and customer/service orientation - Customer-focused mindset: “The customer is king” - Proficient in MS Office - As we operate internationally, good to very good English in spoken and written form is essential - Flexibility for an varied work environment; not everything goes to plan, but together we will find the best solution - You work in a solution-oriented way, enjoy learning new things and show initiative What we offer: - A dynamic and international work environment - A permanent employment contract with development opportunities - Attractive additional benefits including company pension provisions - Opportunities for professional and personal development (Learning & Development)

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Requirements

  • Completed commercial apprenticeship (e.g., Kaufmann/-frau für Groß- und Außenhandel, Kaufmann/-frau für Spedition und Logistikdienstleistung)
  • Solid experience in import/export customs handling
  • Experience in freight forwarding and logistics
  • Good English (min. B2) and German (min. B2)
  • Strong communication and customer service orientation
  • Proficiency in MS Office
  • Willingness to work in an international environment and flexibility
  • Initiative and proactive attitude

Responsibilities

  • Prepare export declarations for EU exports using provided software
  • Calculate import duties and prepare monthly invoices
  • Collaborate with customs authorities including submission of documents for inspection and applying for special customs procedures for imports
  • Prepare all required customs declarations and complete all customs formalities for imports and exports
  • Draft work instructions for handling import/export processes and collaborate with other departments
  • Handle customer inquiries and advise customers on operational customs topics

Skills & technologies

MS OfficeCustoms SoftwareAttention To DetailCustomer ServiceGerman LanguageEnglish Language

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