Customs Coordinator

<p><strong>Job title: Customs Coordinator </strong></p> <p><strong>Location: Bromsgrove, B60 </strong></p> <p><strong>Salary: £30,000 DOE </strong></p> <p><strong>Hours: 8:00 &#8211; 16:00 </strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Customs Coordinator Role Overview</strong></p> <p>The Customs Clearance Coordinator is responsible for managing import and export customs processes, ensuring full compliance with HM Revenue &amp; Customs regulations. The role involves accurate declaration processing, shipment coordination, and proactive problem-solving to ensure efficient and compliant movement of goods.</p> <p><strong>Key Accountabilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Shipment Processing (25%)</li> <li>Customs Declarations (25%)</li> <li>Compliance Checks (15%)</li> <li>Communication and Coordination (15%)</li> <li>Problem Solving (10%)</li> <li>Record Keeping (10%)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Customs Coordinator Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Prepare and submit customs declarations via Custrans/CDS</li> <li>Classify goods using HS (Harmonised System) codes</li> <li>Assign correct commodity (HS) codes and Customs Procedure Codes (CPCs)</li> <li>Calculate and verify duties, VAT, and tariffs</li> <li>Submit entries and monitor acceptance or rejection</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Review incoming shipment files from freight forwarders, clients, or internal teams</li> <li>Check commercial invoices, packing lists, and transport documents for accuracy</li> <li>Verify Incoterms and ensure correct party responsibilities</li> <li>Verify and check duty/VAT calculations</li> <li>Input shipment data into CDS (Customs Declaration Service) via Custrans software</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Ensure compliance with HM Revenue &amp; Customs regulations</li> <li>Confirm goods meet all regulatory requirements</li> <li>Screen shipments for restricted or controlled goods</li> <li>Ensure correct licences, permits, and documentation are in place</li> <li>Check origin rules and supporting documentation (e.g. phytosanitary certificates, EUR1 documents)</li> <li>Monitor regulatory updates and tariff changes</li> <li>Review updates to CDS or trade agreements</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Liaise with freight forwarders, hauliers, carriers, warehouse teams, customers, and internal departments</li> <li>Respond to customs queries or holds raised by border authorities</li> <li>Provide updates on clearance status and delays</li> <li>Participate in huddle meetings with the commercial department</li> <li>Work closely with the D2D department to ensure a smooth customer experience</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Resolve declaration errors or rejected entries</li> <li>Handle inspections, documentary checks, or physical examinations</li> <li>Amend and resubmit entries when required</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Maintain accurate records for audit purposes (minimum 7 years)</li> <li>Store import/export documentation securely</li> <li>Support audits conducted by HM Revenue &amp; Customs</li> </ul> <p>WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK &amp; USA for permanent jobs.</p> <p>WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.</p> <p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/R2VvcmdlLjA3NDA0LjEzMDMxQHdoaXRlcmVjcnVpdG1lbnQuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif"></p> <p class="job_tags">Tagged as: Air Freight, customs clearances, exports, imports, logistics and freight forwarding, road freight, sea freight</p>