Customs Clerk

CEVA Logistics AG; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Job description

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are well on our way to achieving our vision: to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination, encourages boldness and exemplarity, and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics as we become a global leader in the logistics industry. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE

Our customs team based in Manchester have an exciting opportunity for a customer centric Customs Clerk where you will support with customs clearances for our air, ocean and road freight customers.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual to advance into a Customs role!

This pivotal role will see you working Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:30.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Reporting into the Import Team Leader you will work across a diverse team where you will ensure all customs clearances are actioned on goods entering and exiting the UK.

You will utilise Cargowise, Destin8 and CNS systems to claim inventory links to add to the customs entry, ensuring a high level of attention to detail and accuracy is maintained to prevent any errors or oversights on documentation.

This role will require regular communication and engagement with internal and external stakeholders, so you’ll need to build and maintain first-class, long-lasting relationships with them and be on hand to support at each stage of the process.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Proven customs clearance or imports/export experience would be ideal.
• Previous experience of working within a freight forwarding operation.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Able to build strong customer relationships.
• IT Literate experience in using MS packages.
• Proven experience of Cargowise would be desirable.
• Natural problem-solving skills.
• Great attention to detail.
• Team Player.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave entitlement with a fantastic holiday buy scheme, pension and life assurance along with access to an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and money off vouchers for a diverse range of retail, travel and hospitality brands. There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

CEVA Logistics UK&I is committed to attracting, acquiring and retaining the best possible candidates in an equal and inclusive way that is consistent with employment legislation and best practice. We aim to select the best available person for every vacancy irrespective of age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and marital or civil partnership status.
Please note that candidates will be subject to the necessary right to work checks for the UK and Ireland.