Key Skills

Job Description

Purpose & Overall Relevance For The Organization Contribute to achieve agreed standard of operational quality on customs process. Ensure a compliant, timely and accurate management of Customs process and documents in the Netherlands. Key Responsibilities Support ongoing development of Customs process, procedures, internal controls, and analytics that will contribute to the ongoing trade compliance management to ensure legal requirements with Customs authorities are met. Use appropriate and effective communication methods to stakeholders to support management of external Brokers and customs compliance activities. Support the Customs Manager with management of customs authorizations and Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) status. Suggest potential improvements to enhance efficiency and control of processes. Engage in cross-functional collaboration and support with Europe Customs team members. Assist and support projects as defined by the Customs Manager in the Netherlands. Act as the first customs contact point for any customs topics related to imports in the Netherlands. Key Relationships Global Customs Market Customs teams External Customs Brokers European Distribution Center teams Europe Supply Chain Management team Global Logistics Carriers / 3PLs Customs Authorities Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Practical knowledge of customs clearance operations and customs regulations Knowledge of supply chain operations is an advantage Proficient use of Microsoft office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access) essential Demonstrated business reasoning, analytical and critical thinking Ability to deal with urgent deadlines by properly planning and organizing customs related issues Good planning and organizational skills, and ability to work and deliver in dynamic environments while adhering to specified deadlines Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Enthusiastic and reliable, positive, self-motivated Requisite Education And Experience / Minimum Qualifications A degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis on the areas of business, economics, logistics, supply chain, information system or operations Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in a customs business/department Fluency in English, Written and Spoken and Dutch (good to have) adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Core Responsibilities

Support compliant, timely, and accurate customs processes and documentation in the Netherlands, including import-related customs matters. Help develop procedures and controls, manage broker and stakeholder relationships, support customs authorizations and AEO status, and contribute to improvement initiatives and projects.

Requirements

A degree in business, economics, logistics, supply chain, information systems, or operations is required, along with 2–3 years of experience in a customs business or department. Practical knowledge of customs operations and regulations, strong analytical and organizational abilities, Microsoft Office proficiency, and fluent written and spoken English are required; Dutch is an advantage.