Consultant

Expeditors • Full-time • Rozenburg, North Holland, Netherlands • 1d ago

Company Description

Tradewin is an international trade consulting company that provides creative and effective solutions and guidance in matters regarding Customs and Trade regulatory compliance, logistics, and trade data management. Our services include consulting and tactical work in the areas of Import and Export Compliance, HS and ECN Classification, Trade Preference Programs, Duty Mitigation, and Supply Chain Security.

Our staff is comprised of licensed Customs brokers, lawyers, accountants, and industry leaders located across North America, Australia, APAC, India and Europe. As a team, we work to assess complicated situations, maneuver through regulatory hurdles, and implement solutions that meet both the letter of the law and the spirit of your business.

Tradewin provides import and export consulting and tactical services in many areas of international trade including:

Import HS Classification,
Export HS Classification,
Binding Ruling Requests (BTI’s),
Export ECN and Licensing Determination,
Import Procedures Development,
Export Procedures Development,
Post Entry Services,
AEO Readiness Assessment,
Trade Agreement Qualification,
AEO Procedures Implementation Assistance,
Valuation Analysis,
Customs Compliance Assessments,
Compliance Training,
Denied Party Screening,
Export Licence determination and application.

Job Description

As a Customs and Trade Compliance Consultant, you would be responsible for advising clients on regulations governing the cross-border movement of goods, ensuring adherence to international and domestic customs laws, and developing strategies to minimize duties and taxes. Your daily tasks would include preparing and reviewing trade documentation, conducting compliance audits, liaising with customs authorities.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Monitor regulatory changes affecting customs and trade compliance
Analyze import and export data for accuracy and compliance
Assist with classification and valuation of products
Guide clients through free trade agreements and special customs programs
Provide problem-solving and risk mitigation strategies
Communicate clearly with businesses to help them navigate the evolving global trade landscape
Collaborate and communicate effectively with both internal and external parties.
Pursue improvements in procedures and services to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Support the sales process.
Complete 52 hours of training per year as per company standards.
Adhere to ethical business practices and contribute to the organization's success.

Qualifications

Requirements – Skills, Education, Experience

At least two years’ professional experience in a trade compliance position
Significant hands-on experience managing international trade compliance matters
Comprehensive understanding of European Union laws and regulations
Strong project management skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel and related computer applications
Proven ability to engage with both internal and external stakeholders to collect information and coordinate projects, ensuring customer needs are met proactively
Demonstrated skill in developing performance metrics and assessing both internal operations and external service providers
Ability to work effectively under pressure, solve problems, and support teams in meeting or exceeding customer deadlines
Track record of establishing, implementing, and maintaining standards, while continuously seeking improvement opportunities
Positive attitude and outstanding communication abilities

Additional Requirements

A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
Possession of a Customs Broker Licence or certificate from a recognised national authority or accredited local educator is preferred, but not mandatory.