Customs Specialist - Secondment of 9 months

JOB FOCUS

The Customs Specialist is responsible for the execution and follow-up of all customs declarations in relation to the customs legislation. This includes setting up and providing periodic reporting on customs activities and taking actions based on this reporting.

This is a secondment of 9 monhts.

JOB SUMMARY - MAIN AREA’S OF RESPONSIBILITY / ACCOUNTABILITIES

1 Import 

• Follow up of incoming shipments 
• Co-ordinate import with forwarding agents, provide timely and correct import instructions and inform Supply planning and/or Customer Service 
• File compliant and accurate import declarations towards the authorities 
• Provide timely and appropriate feedback to customs authorities
• Responsible for the correct execution on special import documentation and assist in queries by customs authorities 
• Resolve files of dispute 
• Provide feedback/information to stake holders regarding import 
• Ensure accurate maintenance of SOP/WI’S 
• Work with external stakeholders supporting the inbound/import process 
   

2 Export 

• Co-ordinate export with forwarding agents, provide timely and correct export instructions (EDIS) to forwarding agents 
• Ensure correct, timely execution of export declarations (E-filing) 
• Responsible for the correct execution of special export documentation and assisting in queries by customs authorities. 
• Provide timely and appropriate feedback to customs authorities
• Ensure accurate maintenance of SOP/WI’S 
• Responsible for issuing ATR-certificates 
• Provide feedback/information to stake holders regarding export 
• If applicable responsible for sending declarations of preferential origin to customer service 
• Work with external stakeholders supporting the outbound/export process 
   

3 Reporting 

• Maintain stock records on a daily base 
• Ensure periodic stock controls of bonded goods 
• Responsible for the yearly closing stock records 
   

4 Audit and Compliance 

• Provide timely and correct input to all audit requests as appropriate 
• Provide regular metrics and take necessary actions to meet compliance 
• Properly document processes in SOP’S and WI’S 
   

5 Project Support and Continuous Improvement 

• Support and participation in projects relevant to the team 
• Seeking permanent improvement of work methods, by adhere OPEX 
   

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI)

• Quality of work and accuracy to avoid clearance delays 
• No customs or other penalties thanks to proper administration 
• Comply with defined lead-times and escalation handling in time

• Comply with and adhere to all procedures and the Pfizer core values
• Works according to relevant SOP’s and WI’s 
• Completes all required training in time

QUALIFICATIONS

• Level of Education

Bachelor’s or master’s Degree, University degree or equivalent trough experience

• Experience

Preferably past work experience in Supply Chain or Logistic sector

• Languages

Strong verbal and written skills in Dutch, English and French

• Computer skills

Broad PC skills are essential (MS applications Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint), profound knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems

COMPETENCIES – PERSONAL CAPABILITIES

• Stress resistant and ability to perform under pressure to meet set targets and deadlines 
• Seeks and strives for continuous improvement 
• Ensure prominent level of accuracy and quality of work 
• Effective communication skills 
• Strong problem-solving skills 
• Team player 
• Performance and quality driven 
• Elevated level of self-motivation and flexibility 

  
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid

Pfizer's aim is to provide equality of opportunity in the recruitment process by avoiding any bias or potential discrimination on any grounds including (but not limited to): sex, age, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or disability. At Pfizer we are creating an organization and promoting a culture that respects each individual's unique character and life experiences and reflects the diversity of our society, customers and markets. We will achieve this through fostering and sustaining an environment in which every colleague feels valued and supported.

Disability Inclusion

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Logistics & Supply Chain Mgmt