AddressDo you want to work for an iconic brand?
Do you want to put your own stamp on our new trade and customs process?
If you've answered yes, then read on…
We are recruiting for a Trade and Customs Analyst to join us on a permanent basis at our Nürburgring site.
A typical day in the life of a Trade and Customs Analyst is keeping in regular communication with our internal and external stakeholders, supporting the development and implementation of robust international trade and customs processes at AMLE. These processes will enable AML and AMLE to meet our compliance obligations and to fully utilize trade simplifications and customs special procedures.
Working closely with EU Trade and Customs manager you'll take a proactive role in validating all import/export information provided by the business areas within Aston Martin and our suppliers addressing and escalating any areas of concern or weaknesses urgently.
Aston Martin exports to almost all European countries therefore it's vital that you'll effectively and efficiently navigate and ensure compliance across these markets.
Key responsibilities:
- Supporting the EU Customs Manager in administering EU customs processes at the Nürburgring.
- Ensuring that all AMLE customs documentation is collated, checked and stored in a central repository.
- Supporting AML and AMLE colleagues to ensure that all relevant documentation is completed prior to goods crossing international borders.
- Liaising with AML colleagues to ensure that all relevant information is readily available to support EU cross-border movements.
- Defining and developing processes and controls and identifying and implementing robust duty mitigation measures.
- Serving as the initial point of contact at the Nürburgring for all customs-related customs queries.
- Building and developing an effective network of contacts across the AML and AMLE businesses to support the operation of all aspects of import / export activities.
- Supporting the implementation of standard operating procedures working in partnership with other functions to ensure compliance across the business.
- Developing and delivering regular progress reports / presentations to communicate status of import / export operations and driving actions within functions.
You have a strong technical and operational knowledge and experience of customs and international trade legislation and processes. Detailed experience of post-Brexit requirements and operations with UK companies is essential. You will interact constantly with local suppliers and authorities, so being fluent in both English and German is mandatory.
This role is part of a small team, where you'll report directly to the EU Trade and Custom Manager, working closely with Head of Finance and Controlling Europe and Senior Manager Trade and Customs in the UK. You'll be also working directly with internal departments such as; Finance, Purchasing, Material Planning & Logistics, Engineering, Sales, Special Vehicles and Aftersales. Externally you'll be dealing with key interfaces such as: Aston Martin supplier base, our EU Dealer Network, local Chambers of Commerce, Aston Martin Europe third-party service providers and the local customs authorities.
The most important thing for us is your experience in the field and self-driven attitude with a strong attention to details and problem-solving mindset.
We are looking for a confident, driven, and diplomatic person. You'll have exceptional communicating skills and have the confidence to influence and persuade other teams and functions to meet deliverables and objectives where required. You'll be highly proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
We can offer a limited hybrid work arrangement, but the role will predominantly be office-based. Please speak to us if your needs are different, we are flexible and open to discuss.
Don't miss out on this great opportunity, apply today by clicking on the 'apply now' button.
Why Aston Martin
For over 110 years Aston Martin has made the most exquisitely addictive performance sports cars.
But no one builds an Aston Martin on their own. Behind these legends and landmarks are hundreds of dreamers, darers and doers who make extraordinary happen, every single day. That's why the name of everyone who has ever worn our famous wings is inscribed on the wall of our factory.
As we embark on an exciting new era for the business, we need the very best people to write their own chapter on our journey to become the world's most desirable ultra-luxury British performance brand.
Join us.
Belong at Aston Martin
We understand that the incredible beauty, craft, and art that defines an Aston Martin comes from the inclusion of our amazing people.
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs. We celebrate diversity and are seeking applicants who can bring something different.
Please speak to us if there is anything you need to support making an application with us.
