Customs Director EU

Join Vanderlande as Customs Director EU

About Vanderlande

Vanderlande is a leading global partner in future-proof logistics process automation for distribution centers, airports, and the parcel market.

Our comprehensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services – enables the delivery of fast, reliable, and efficient automation technology.

Vanderlande is renowned for its technological innovation and customer-centric approach, allowing us to embed efficiency and reliability into even the most complex logistics operations. With a strong focus on flexibility and continuous improvement, we are committed to delivering high-quality systems that perfectly align with our customers’ needs.

To support our continued growth and success, we are looking for a:

Customs Director EU

As a Customs Manager, you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all customs and export control regulations, while maintaining a commercial perspective.

You will be responsible for:

• Overseeing customs processes and regulatory compliance in an internationally operating company.
• Further developing a robust framework for our customs organization and internal controls.
• Implementing the customs and export controls strategy within Vanderlande.
• Designing internal procedures and manuals to ensure compliance with customs legislation, along with adequate internal controls.
• Addressing and resolving the specific challenges of a rapidly growing company.
• Proactively advising and supporting (senior) management on customs and export control aspects of business decisions.
• Providing training and raising awareness within the organization on relevant customs and export control topics.
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, tax authorities, external advisors, and external auditors.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree (HBO level) or equivalent working and thinking level.
• At least 6 years of experience in customs management.
• Extensive knowledge of customs legislation (especially classification and customs valuation) and international trade regulations.
• Affinity with IT and/or operational experience is desirable.
• Experience in export controls is a plus.
• Proven ability to operate independently within a large, internationally operating company.
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing individuals and teams.
• Excellent communication skills in both Dutch and English, written and spoken.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work independently in a fast-changing environment.

What do we offer?

This position offers a competitive salary range of € 6.200 to € 7.400 per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance).

On top of your fixed salary you’ll receive the following secondary benefits:

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).
• Flexible working hours.
• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office).
• A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300,- per calendar year.
• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport.
• Working from home allowance.
• Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance.
• On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills.
• A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.
• And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande embraces diversity in all its forms. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.