We are seeking a detail oriented, strategic and highly motivated Customs Assistant. The Customs Assistant will be responsible for coordinating customs processes and procedures across various departments within the business.

We are looking for someone with excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to use their own initiative.

Your New Role

Checking, reviewing, analysing and presenting data
Overseeing the process of customs classification
Overseeing the resolution of queries raised by purchasing and customs teams
Processing customs declarations using customs software
Identifying areas of improvement and optimising processes
Cross-check various sources of information incl. contracts and internal systems
Dealing with suppliers and gathering relevant supplier information (supplier, product and account details across all temperature regimes and product categories
Initiating and coordinating within the team or other departments in order to efficiently and effectively accomplish assigned tasks
Liaising with external customs stakeholders to ensure efficient running of all import related task

About You

Level 2 Customs Practitioner qualification
Experience as a Customs Clerk or similar
Experience working with customs data and knowledge of customs legislation
An understanding of customs processes and requirements from either a logistics, buying or finance background
Experience in a busy, deadline driven environment
Track record of rolling out new policies and procedural initiatives
High focused and accurate with a meticulous eye for detail
Great team player who works collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders
Excellent verbal, written communication and administration skills
Confident using MS Office packages (inc. Excel)

What You’ll get in Return

Salary starting £37,545 rising to £43,840
Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4pm, with the opportunity of 2 day a week remote working
5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
In office flexi-time
Full training provided
Pension scheme
Private employee medical insurance after 4 years
Company sick pay scheme
Company maternity, paternity and adoption pay after 1 year
Long service rewards
Access to MyBenefits, where you can find a wide range of benefits, including our bike to work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plan, a FREE will, travel and discounted gym memberships, as well as a host of benefits to support your financial and wellbeing needs
Access to a free,24/7, confidential virtual GP service for all Aldi Colleagues and their children (under the age of 16)

* You’ll need to live within 90 minutes of your main working location

Aldi is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and are dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion, providing an environment in which collaboration, respect and fairness are essential. We value diversity and are dedicated to treating all of our colleagues and prospective colleagues fairly and with respect.

If you’re looking for a career that gives you more, apply today!

*Please be aware that this role does not fulfil the requirements for visa sponsorship

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