Customs Broker - AZ

Key responsibilities

Responsible for facilitating the import and export of goods by ensuring compliance with all relevant customs laws and regulations. Involving preparing and submitting all necessary import/export documentation, classifying goods, calculating and arranging payment for duties and taxes, and acting as a liaison between clients and customs authorities to ensure smooth and legal clearance of shipments across international borders.

Documentation and clearance

• Preparation and submission: Preparing and submitting customs declarations and all supporting documentation to the customs authorities.
  
• Document management: Managing documents required for clearance, including but not limited to
  • Commercial invoices and packing lists
  • Waybills
  • Certificates of origin, conformity, quality, sanitary, and phytosanitary reports
  • Import and export licenses or permits
    
• Representation: Representing the importer or exporter in all dealings with customs officials. 
  

Compliance and advisory

• Regulatory advice: Advising customers on import and export restrictions, license requirements, and other customs-related matters.
  
• Staying current: Continuously updating customers' and Trans Globe's knowledge of Azerbaijan's evolving trade regulations, tariff rates, and customs procedures.
  
• Risk management: Helping customers to navigate regulatory challenges and avoid penalties, fines, or shipment delays due to non-compliance. 
  

Calculation and payment

• Duty and tax calculation: Classifying goods according to the Harmonized System (HS) codes to accurately calculate and quote all applicable duties, excise taxes, and Value Added Tax (VAT).
  
• Payment processing: Arranging for the payment of all customs payments.
  
• Cost optimization: Analyzing payment options and clearance schemes to help customers optimize and potentially reduce customs expenses. 
  

Logistics coordination 

• Liaison with authorities: Serving as the primary point of contact with Azerbaijani customs authorities and other relevant government agencies to resolve any issues and facilitate clearance.
  
• Carrier coordination: Coordinating with freight forwarders and shipping carriers to ensure the efficient transportation of goods from their arrival point to their final destination.
  
• Terminal/warehouse coordination: Arranging bonded warehousing and distribution of goods as needed. 

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 year of similar role experience.
• Brokerage license
  
• Knowledge of international shipping regulations, customs procedures, and Incoterms.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving abilities and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Prioritize workload efficiently.
  

Work Environment:

• Remote-based role for Azerbaijan residents with frequent visits to customs posts, warehouses and terminals.