Manager Customs and related Tax

About the Position

Manager Customs and related Tax - Rotterdam

Steinweg is a well-known entity in the Rotterdam port. Since 1847, we have been professionally, safely, and reliably handling the logistics of our clients' goods. We operate in Rotterdam at 9 terminals with a total size of 250 football fields. We are also active far beyond Rotterdam, globally at over 135 locations and in more than 60 countries. Our goal? To provide our customers with the best service and highest quality in a sustainable manner. With over 5,500 colleagues worldwide, we make this a reality every day.

As the team leader of our customs department, you will lead a dedicated team of (senior) declarants. You will ensure that customs services are efficiently carried out in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. With your knowledge of customs and logistics processes, you will translate complex issues into clear guidelines and practical solutions for daily operations. Additionally, you will actively invest in the development of your team, stimulate knowledge sharing, and create a professional work environment where colleagues can thrive.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and high-quality execution of customs services.
• Advise clients and our commercial departments on customs procedures, laws, regulations, and possible optimizations.
• Monitor compliance with relevant customs and trade legislation and advise the organization on customs compliance.
• Identify risks and actively contribute to compliance and risk management.
• Develop KPIs and monitor operational performance. Based on these KPIs, adjust processes, quality, costs, and service delivery as needed.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to coordinate and further develop service delivery.
• Lead the team, stimulate the professional and substantive development of employees, and create a work environment where they can develop, collaborate pleasantly, and feel safe.
• Maintain contact with customs authorities and other external entities.
• Draft objection letters and refund requests.

Requirements

• Minimum HBO or WO education level.
• At least 3 years of demonstrable experience as a team leader in a customs department or similar role.
• Up-to-date knowledge of customs and trade legislation, and the ability to translate this knowledge into daily practice within the organization.
• Knowledge of and experience with customs declarations, objection letters, and refund requests.
• Experience with the customs application FitonCustoms is a plus.
• Excellent command of Dutch and English, both spoken and written.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to professionally address colleagues, clients, and external parties.
• A connector who can motivate and stimulate the team.
• Structured and accurate work style with the ability to prioritize effectively.

We Offer

• A market-competitive salary and excellent secondary employment conditions.
• Profit-sharing twice a year.
• We cover your health insurance.
• Generous vacation allowance of 8.5%.
• Opportunity to work from home.
• Smart investing as a shareholder of our company through the employee foundation.
• Equipped for work with 29 vacation days per year.
• Stay fit with a discount on a fitness subscription and/or use our bike leasing scheme.

Interested? Apply via the application button or contact the recruitment department at [email protected] or via 06-30857274.

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