Job Description

UpSkill is a recruitment agency ready to go the extra mile to help candidates find the best possible job opportunity. Our team of experts is well-versed and experienced in consulting and providing long-term HR support.

We believe that being friendly is the best policy, and thats why we are eager to help you through the whole lifecycle of recruitment. Our team comes with 15 years of recruitment experience behind its back. At any given moment, we can offer multiple opportunities from different companies in need of a wide variety of talent.

If you are interested in starting a new job, we will present you with multiple opportunities, will be there to answer all your questions, help you prepare for interviews and tests, provide essential feedback and even guide and support you through the process of recruitment up to the first day at your new job.We support both large international and local companies in growing their business, providing them with the best talent to help them succeed!

Our current client is a Global Transport and Logistics company with headquarters in Denmark. On their behalf we are looking for talented and motivated person for the role of Head of Customs.



KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategically manage the customs declaration function across all entities of our client in Bulgaria;
• Ensure compliance with customs legislation and internal Group-level standards;
• Coordinate and provide methodological guidance on customs activities across different business units;
• Collaborate with customs authorities, internal teams, and external partners;
• Develop and optimize customs procedures, including the implementation of Group-level tools and processes;
• Lead and manage a team of highly experienced customs professionals.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• University degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field;
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in customs operations, including experience in a managerial or people-management role;
• Excellent knowledge and extensive practical experience with relevant local customs legislation and practices;
• Experience with customs procedures, transportation providers, and regulatory authorities;
• Good proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel;
• In-depth understanding and experience in managing all aspects of customs operations, including structured planning, organizational management, and performance management.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Extensive experience in developing, leading, and motivating cross-functional teams to achieve high performance levels;
• Ability to develop and implement long-term strategies for managing customs operations; experience in integrating organizations with international structures would be considered an advantage;
• Ability to effectively engage with key internal and external stakeholders on all matters related to customs strategy;
• Strong problem-solving skills combined with a practical, results-oriented approach;
• Highly motivated and organized, with exceptional attention to detail and deadlines, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic working environment;
• Excellent, transparent, and direct communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across different organizational levels;
• Strong people management skills;
• Fluency in English is mandatory.

THE COMPANY OFFER:

• The opportunity to join a multinational company and a leader in the transportation and logistics industry;
• Competitive remuneration package;
• Additional health insurance;
• An extra day off for your birthday;
• Food vouchers;
• Free Multisport card;
• Employee referral bonuses;
• Free parking and a wide range of additional employee benefits.

If you meet the above-mentioned criteria, dont hesitate to apply!

We welcome the opportunity to learn more about you!

Please send your CV in English.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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