Import Manager - Prime Placers Ltd : Job Details

Import Customs Manager

Location: Colnbrook

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00 (30-minute lunch), 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £47,000+ (Negotiable depending on experience) Benefit Package Bonus

Contract: Permanent

What’s on Offer

• Competitive Salary – Starting from £47,000, negotiable based on experience.
• Annual Bonus – Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Benefits Package – Including pension scheme, holiday allowance, and additional perks.
• Permanent & Stable Role – Join a well-established and respected business with long-term security.
• Leadership Opportunity – Manage and develop a skilled import customs team.
• Professional Development – Exposure to complex customs procedures including CITES, BIRDS/LVBI, and multi-airport operations.
• Modern Systems & Processes – Work with industry-leading platforms such as ASM Sequoia, Descartes, Boxtop, and Customs Central.
• Collaborative Environment – Supportive colleagues and a culture that values your expertise.
• Convenient Location – Based in Colnbrook, close to Heathrow with good transport links.
• Standard Working Hours – Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00 (37.5 hours per week, 30-minute lunch).

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Import Customs Manager to lead a busy import department and ensure the compliant, accurate, and efficient clearance of all inbound shipments. This hands-on role requires proven import expertise, strong leadership, and in-depth knowledge of UK customs processes.

You’ll be responsible for managing the end-to-end import customs operation, working closely with HMRC, overseeing a skilled team, and ensuring that all clearances are completed on time, in full compliance with regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of four import & cargo customs specialists.
• Act as the main contact for customs-related queries from customers, authorities, and internal teams.
• Hands-on processing of import customs entries (CDS) for courier and cargo shipments.
• Ensure accurate goods classification (HS codes), valuation, and origin declarations.
• Manage Deferment and FAS account reconciliation on a monthly basis.
• Oversee low-value bulk clearance (BIRDS/LVBI) and high-value clearances.
• Ensure correct procedures for CITES shipments are followed.
• Maintain and update internal customs systems (Customs Central / ASM Sequoia).
• Process job creation, billing, and customs documentation using Boxtop.
• Keep up to date with customs legislation changes and ensure team compliance.

About You

Essential:

• Strong background in import customs operations.
• Proficient in processing customs entries using ASM Sequoia or Descartes (e-customs).
• Experience with CITES, BIRDS, and LVBI procedures.
• ETSF knowledge and BI to shed experience.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational skills.
• Proven management/leadership experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Desirable:

• End-to-end export customs clearance experience.
• MOU & AEO experience.

How to Apply

Apply directly here on Reed with your CV