Customs Manager

Import Customs Manager Location : Colnbrook Salary : Up to £60,000 per annum Hours : Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week) Contract Type : Permanent

We are working with a leading international logistics business to recruit an experienced Customs Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an accomplished professional to take ownership of a busy customs operation, leading a team and ensuring smooth, compliant, and efficient clearance of inbound shipments.

The Role

As Customs Manager, you will :

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of four customs professionals, conducting regular appraisals and managing performance.

Act as the primary point of contact for customs-related queries from clients, authorities, and internal teams.

Personally process customs clearance entries (CDS) across multiple UK airports (LHR, MAN, EDI, GLA).

Oversee classification of goods, valuation, and origin declarations in line with HMRC compliance.

Manage internal customs systems and ensure reconciliation of deferment and FAS accounts.

Keep up to date with legislation and communicate changes to the wider team.

Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and minimise clearance delays.

About You

We are seeking a confident, hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge of customs procedures. To be considered, you should have :

Previous management and leadership experience within a customs / import environment.

Proven background in courier import operations, including low value bulk clearance (BIRDS) and ETSF procedures.

Proficiency in Descartes (e-customs), ASM (Sequoia), CDS, and CNS / Chief systems.

Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.

A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team.

Desirable (not essential) : Experience in export customs clearance, MOU, or AEO accreditations.

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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