Customs Compliance Specialist
Key Skills
Job Description
Job Description Why join us Own your career at Trouw Nutrition, a Nutreco company. Our purpose of Feeding the Future unites us into one team, all working together to achieve a meaningful, global impact for generations to come. Empowering and investing in our people and our planet is at the heart of everything we do. Which is why, when you join us as a Customs Compliance Specialist – Global Supply Points, you will be nurtured and equipped to build a rewarding career full of potential. What You’ll Do You will own and shape the customs and trade compliance framework for Global Supply Points across multiple locations, bringing together activities that currently sit across multiple functions into a clear, integrated and consistent approach. Acting as the central subject‑matter expert, you will design and implement governance, policies and standards for customs, export control and trade compliance, embedding them into daily planning, logistics, procurement and export operations. By leading HS classification, origin determination and compliance controls, you will strengthen risk management, ensure effective use of customs facilitations and enable compliant, efficient international trade across all manufacturing and OpCo locations. Who We’re Looking For A responsible and accountable professional who is ready to Own this role and build global customs compliance capability Strong hands‑on experience in customs, export or trade compliance, including HS classification, origin and valuation Proven experience working with customs trade tools and ERP systems in regulated environments A structured, analytical communicator with strong stakeholder and project management skills A proactive partner who can operate independently while collaborating effectively across global teams Qualifications, Skills And Competencies HBO/University degree. Proven understanding of customs processes (HS classification, valuation, preferential origin, license management). Strong project management and structured working approach. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and control implementation capabilities. Effective communicator who can engage stakeholders at different organizational levels. Proactive mindset capable of building and improving processes. What You’ll Receive A full time role in a dynamic international setting. Competitive salary, pension scheme, and 30 vacation days. Opportunities for growth within Nutreco and the wider SHV group. Access to additional customs and trade training where beneficial. As part of Trouw Nutrition, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with a global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and international career paths, supported by the stability and long‑term focus of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses. You’ll work in a purpose‑driven, international environment with the freedom and trust to build, improve and influence global operations. How And Why To Find Out More We can offer you a career with real meaning and purpose, where you’ll feel proud of the impact you make every day and the role you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your expertise, your potential and your career. We aim to review applications promptly and will get back to you as soon as possible. #Ownit
Core Responsibilities
Develop and implement a consistent customs, export control, and trade compliance framework across Global Supply Points and multiple locations. Lead HS classification, origin determination, and compliance controls to manage risk, use customs facilitations effectively, and support compliant international trade.
Requirements
Requires an HBO or university degree and hands-on experience in customs, export, or trade compliance, including classification, valuation, preferential origin, and license management. Candidates should have experience with customs tools and ERP systems, along with strong project management, analytical, communication, and process-improvement skills.
Benefits
- Pension Scheme
- 30 Vacation Days
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Customs and Trade Training
About Trouw Nutrition
Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Company size: 5,001-10,000 employees
Feeding the Future is not only our reason for being but an urgent call to solve the increasing number of social, environmental, economic and qualitative challenges facing our feed-to-food chain as the world’s population grows. How do we help our customers produce food for millions of consumers and pets worldwide without depleting the planet- and while making a living? At Trouw Nutrition, we believe in the power of innovation, nutrition and good farm management to lead the change towards more circular and renewable food production methods respectful of the people and nature that makes them possible- and we have the scale, the people and the decades of experience at all stages of the feed-to-food chain to back it up with action. By working with us you can help accelerate the transition towards a truly sustainable food system and create the brighter future we all hope for, from planet to plate. Our global brands: LifeStart, NutriOpt, Milkiwean, Gestawean, ChickCare, Maxcare, Sprayfo, Selko