Customs Specialist (m/f/d)
Vestas
Our ambition is to be the best performing business unit within Vestas while also making Vestas Northern and Central Europe the best place to work. We strive for excellence through collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
The department is characterized by an open and informal culture, where teamwork, strong communication, and mutual support are key to our success. Employees are offered the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast paced industry, alongside a team of highly motivated and experienced professionals contributing to the delivery of sustainable energy solutions.
Responsibilities:
Customs within Vestas Northern and Central Europe (NCE) has the overall responsibility for ensuring a well functioning import and export setup that supports business operations across the NCE region at the lowest possible total cost, while fully complying with internal policies and external customs laws and regulations.
The role covers both strategic and operational customs activities and includes close collaboration with internal stakeholders, customs brokers, and external authorities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Addressing and supporting customs related topics in connection with new market entries and project setups
- Supporting, coordinating, and monitoring the customs broker operations across the NCE region
- Assisting Sales Business Units with customs related due diligence calculations and assessments
- Participating in the development of customs concepts, standards, and processes across regions with the objective of reducing overall operating costs
- Handling operational customs activities and day to day customs matters within the NCE region
- Preparing and supporting customs audits, including documentation and follow up actions
- Ensuring that all relevant stakeholders are proactively informed about customs matters and regulatory changes with potential compliance, cost, or operational impact
- Experience from a customs compliance or customs operations function in an international business environment
- Hands on experience working with or within a Customs Broker organization, including coordination and oversight activities
- Formal training or education in Customs Compliance, International Trade, or a related field
- Solid understanding of international trade terminology and customs procedures
- Familiarity with import and export processes, customs documentation, and regulatory requirements
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multiple stakeholders across functions and regions
- Strong oral and written communication skills in English; proficiency in German is considered an advantage
- Ability to navigate, communicate, and collaborate effectively with customs authorities as well as with diverse internal stakeholders across functions and regions
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex customs topics in a clear and structured manner
- Capability to analyze, document, and outline processes, and to propose practical and sustainable implementation strategies
- A structured and solution oriented mindset, enabling effective handling of complex customs topics in a dynamic business environment
- Start & Perspective: Structured onboarding program and a permanent employment contract with long-term prospects
- Development & Skills: Varied work in a forward-looking industry and individual opportunities for professional growth
- Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Overtime account, option to work from home up to 8 days per month, 30 days of vacation plus Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve off, and the option for a sabbatical
- Add-Ons: Business bike, gym allowance, company pension plan, Germany-wide train ticket (Deutschlandticket)
- Team & Culture: Scandinavian-inspired with flat hierarchies, informal culture, and great team spirit
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.
DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.