Customs Manager
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Plymouth, Devon |
| Area | South West, UK |
| Sector | Retail Operations - Other |
| Salary | GBP40000.00 - GBP55000.00 per annum + Benefits |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Zachary Daniels |
| Job Ref | BBBH36190_1778838540 |
- Description
Customs Manager | Retail | Remote** | c£50k
Remote with occasional office attendance in the South West. Initially it will require more presence as their is a team to manage.
A leading UK retail and distribution business is seeking an experienced Customs Manager to join its growing Import & Supply Chain function. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a fast-paced organisation handling high-volume international imports across the UK and Europe.
The Role
Reporting into the Head of Shipping, you will oversee customs compliance, tariff classification, customs warehousing processes, and import/export documentation requirements across the UK & Ireland.
You will lead a small customs team while supporting wider business operations, ensuring compliance with current HMRC and EU regulations and implementing best practices to support future growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop the customs/import compliance team
- Oversee tariff classification and customs compliance processes
- Monitor customs clearances, documentation accuracy, and reporting
- Support customs warehousing and CFSP compliance requirements
- Ensure compliance with UK, NI, ROI, and EU import/export regulations
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HMRC and EU customs legislation
- Support customs audits, reporting, and process improvements
- Deliver training and guidance across the business on customs procedures
- Lead projects relating to evolving customs and trade regulations
- Identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities within import operations
Experience Required
- Proven experience in Customs Management or Trade Compliance
- Strong knowledge of UK customs procedures and import regulations
- Experience with:
- Tariff classifications
- Customs warehousing / CFSP
- Import/export documentation
- Rules of Origin and tariff preferences
- Northern Ireland movements (TSS)
- Republic of Ireland import procedures
- Customs reporting and compliance checks
- Understanding of current EU/UK regulations including CBAM and EUDR
- Strong Excel and data analysis skills
Ideal Candidate
You will be highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable working in a busy operational environment. The role suits someone proactive, solutions-focused, and confident managing both compliance and people responsibilities.
Salary can be slight flexible to ensure the right calibre of individual in this business critical role.
BBBH: 36190