Customs Specialist

BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey! 

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

Reports to: Indirect Tax Manager (Customs & Excise)

Reporting Level: Individual Contributor

Geographic Scope: Regional

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?  

• Support the customs team with Rules of Origin compliance (mainly for UK market (EU – UK FTA) but in future also different customs jurisdictions)
• Interacting with different departments within the Group (finance, legal, procurement, local customs & excise teams)
• General support of customs & excise operations

What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization? 

• Ensuring the customs compliance & planning of BAT operations with regards to rules of origin

 WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Supervising Bills of Materials and customs documentation related to Rules of Origin
• Communicating with different departments and coordinating efforts aimed at creating and maintaining documentation relating to origin of goods and preferential treatment
• Proactively looking for and providing updates on rules of origin, free trade agreements, customs controls
• Obtaining, checking and preparing documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements, packing specifications, and compliance with other countries' regulations and fiscal regimes
• Provides on-going support and advice for production Departments on issues related to import and export of non-Community goods and ensures support and advice is provided for movement of goods
• Maintains Customs Records and commercial documents, Simplified Procedure records and inward processing records, processes INTRASTAT data for cargo movement
• Participates in customs inspections related to customs records
• Prepares necessary correspondence with competent customs authorities on duties and excise tax
• Managing documentation for shipments requiring letter of credit, Arab certificates or origin etc.
• Be the first point of contact in for rules of origin, letters of credit etc.
• Develop a culture of service and delivery, with a view to enhance quality and timeliness of delivery
• Support wider team through knowledge transfer and a flexible approach
• Build a strong network within BAT to ensure that issues can be quickly identified and resolved

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE 

• University Degree, preferably in law/ finance / logistics or other related studies
• Practical experience with conducting & supporting customs operations, preferably in the following types of roles: customs officer, customs agency specialist, or a similar role within a similar working environment as BAT
• Experience with supporting the manufacturing industry regarding international movement of goods
• Knowledge of the customs regulations and operations and relevant concepts (preferences, rules of origin)
• Ability to enter dialogue with different departments of the company in discussions aimed at maintaining and establishing compliance of goods with regards to rules of origin
• SAP literacy
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances
• Problem-solving ability, particularly when working under pressure
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Numeracy and computer literacy
• Comprehensive understanding of EU / UK customs practices, specifically the declaration of goods for import/export, special customs procedures (IPR, customs warehousing etc.), rules of origin and associated documentation (ATR, EUR1, LTSD etc.), customs classification and valuation
• Full proficiency in written and spoken English

 BENEFICIAL

• Formal customs training / certificate

WE ARE BAT

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

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• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
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• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

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