Import & Export Specialist
Ref: MY46651
A leading Japanese machinery manufacturer is currently seeking an Import & Export Administrator to join their growing team at their European headquarters in Willich, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
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ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:
- (O) Eligible visa: Permanent residence, Spouse, Partner
- (X) NOT eligible: Working holiday, Graduate, Student visa, Requiring visa sponsorship
WORK STYLE: Office-based
VISA SUPPORT: No
BENEFITS: Good benefits such as 30 days annual leave, Free on-site parking, Company-supported savings, Bicycle and e-bike leasing options schemes
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Contract Type: Permanent, full-time
Salary: €40k per year
Working Hours: 39 hours per week (Part-time work can be applicable)
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Willich, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Main Responsibilities:
• Handle import and export processes, including preparation of customs documentation for international shipments
• Classify goods according to applicable customs regulations
• Manage import and export customs permits
• Oversee shipping and export processes, ensuring compliance with customs and contract terms
• Handle both national and international customer inquiries, prepare quotations, and follow up with clients
• Order spare parts from Japan and external suppliers (as required)
• Process materials from the warehouse, including related procedures
• Prepare outgoing invoices and compile export documents
• Check freight and customs clearance invoices
• Submit monthly INTRASTAT reports to the German Federal Statistical Office
• Review and process letters of credit and collection transactions (preferred but not essential)
Ideal Candidate:
• Completed vocational training in wholesale and foreign trade
• Minimum 3 years of experience in import (including customs classification) and export (including preparation of export documents)
• Good command of written and spoken English and German
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Strong customer service orientation and team spirit
• Friendly, confident, and reliable personality
** All applicants for the Import & Export Specialist must have the right to work in the Country without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support.
**We regret that we cannot accept applications from Working holiday visa, Graduate or Student visa holders.
*When contacting us, please include the job reference number (Ref: MY46651) at the top of your message.
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