Import/ Export Specialist

About this role

The Import / Export Specialist is responsible for coordinating and administering the end-to-end documentation and operational processes required to move goods internationally. The role ensures all import and export activities comply with customs regulations, trade legislation, and company procedures, enabling timely, cost-effective, and compliant movement of goods across borders.

Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement efficient, compliant processes for international movements
Ensure compliance with local and international customs regulations, trade controls, and HMRC requirements. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of import/export legislation, duties, VAT, and trade agreements
Facilitate the preparation and processing of import and export documentation, ensuring accurate tariff classification, customs valuation, and application of Incoterms
Build and maintain customs agent instruction sheets (commodity code, TARIC add-on code, threshold code) and review agent-filed declarations for accuracy
Coordinate shipments with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders
Track shipments and proactively resolve delays, discrepancies, or clearance issues
Own AVK's CBAM compliance across EU and UK regimes, including tracking tonnage against the EU's 50-tonne annual threshold and preparing for UK CBAM's mandatory reporting from January 2027
Maintain a forward-looking view of CBAM-scope materials across pipeline projects, flagging exposure at quoting/tender stage rather than after volumes are committed

Metrics for success
On-time customs clearance and shipment delivery
Accuracy of documentation and customs declarations
Compliance with customs and trade regulations
Reduction in delays, penalties, and additional freight costs
CBAM tonnage tracked against threshold, with no unplanned crossing
Requirements
Experience
An experienced professional with a proven track record in import/export, customs, or international logistics roles
Strong understanding of import/export documentation and procedures, customs regulations, tariff codes, Incoterms, and trade compliance
Demonstrated experience managing trade compliance and external logistics partners
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of CBAM (EU), CN code classification, and CDS data

Qualifications
Degree or professional qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, or International Trade.
Benefits
Private Health Insurance
Performance Bonus
25 days annual leave + bank hols
Birthday Off
Pension Plan