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Customs Affairs Officer (Douane Specialist)
Contract
- Tijdelijke job (met optie vast)
- Voltijds
- Dagwerk
Talenkennis
- Engels (Goed)
Vereiste studies
- Graduaat: Transport en logistiek
Werkervaring
- Minstens 5 jaar ervaring
Functieomschrijving
About Hippocampus Logistics
Hippocampus Logistics BV is a fast-growing logistics and warehousing company located in Hoogstraten, Belgium. We provide warehousing, fulfillment, transportation coordination, and customs-related services to international clients across Europe.
To support our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Customs Affairs Officer to join our team.
Your Responsibilities
As a Customs Affairs Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring full customs compliance and supporting our import and export operations.
Your tasks include:
- Preparing and processing import, export, and transit customs declarations.
- Managing customs documentation and maintaining accurate records.
- Ensuring compliance with Belgian, EU, and international customs regulations.
- Communicating with customs authorities, brokers, freight forwarders, and clients.
- Monitoring customs procedures and advising internal teams on compliance matters.
- Supporting customs audits and inspections.
- Reviewing commodity codes (HS Codes), customs values, and origin documentation.
- Assisting with VAT and customs duty-related matters.
- Identifying opportunities to improve customs processes and operational efficiency.
- Keeping up to date with customs legislation and regulatory changes.
Profiel
Your Profile
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience in customs operations, international trade, or logistics.
- Possesses good knowledge of Belgian and EU customs regulations.
- Has experience with customs declaration systems and customs documentation.
- Is familiar with import/export procedures and Incoterms.
- Works accurately and pays strong attention to detail.
- Can work independently and take responsibility.
- Has strong communication skills.
- Is fluent in English or Dutch.
- Knowledge of Chinese is considered a strong advantage.
- Experience with bonded warehouse procedures is a plus.
- Experience with e-commerce logistics is an advantage.
Professionele vaardigheden
- Dossiers voor douaneaangifte opvolgen
- Douanereglementering
- Import- en exporttechnieken
- Douane-vergunningen
- Formaliteiten voor import, export en transit
Persoonlijke vaardigheden
- Betrouwbaarheid
- Zelfstandigheid
- Communiceren
- Commercieel inzicht
- Stressbestendigheid
- Samenwerken
- Kritisch denken
- Verantwoordelijkheid
- Resultaatgerichtheid
- Analyseren
- Beslissen
Aanbod
What We Offer
- A stable position within a growing international logistics company.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Meal vouchers.
- Commuting allowance according to Belgian regulations.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- An international and dynamic working environment.
- Long-term career opportunities within the company.
Plaats tewerkstelling
Riyadhstraat 43
2320
HOOGSTRATEN
Hippocampus Logistics
Hoe solliciteren?
Meer info
Working address :
Riyadhstraat 43,Unit 46-5/6, 2321 Hoogstraten, Belgium (commute with auto, no public transportation available ).
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VDAB-vacaturenummer: 73910314
VDAB-beroep: Douanedeclarant
Online sinds: 11-06-2026
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