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Location: Crescent Bay Business Centre, Azerbaijan

Department: Customs

Working Hours: 09:00–18:00

Reporting To: Customs Manager

LV Logistics is seeking a Deputy Customs Manager to join our team in Azerbaijan.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the customs legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan, applicable international regulations, and LV internal policies and procedures.
• Support the Customs Manager in managing daily customs operations and ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the Customs Department.
• Handling the process of obtaining Duty Exemption certificates and Equipment list for subcontractors of operating companies
• Handling temporary import and export shipments, monitoring and further prolongation.
• Intervene if any customs related issues and handle directly with customs authorities
• Conduct internal compliance checks and participate in customs audits to identify potential risks, discrepancies, and areas for improvement.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of departmental procedures, workflows, and operational standards.
• Provide guidance and operational support to customs declarants and other team members regarding customs regulations, documentation requirements, and clearance procedures.
• Monitor the team's workload, productivity, service quality, and compliance with established KPIs, reporting any significant deviations to the Customs Manager.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to optimize customs duties through the correct application of customs regimes and procedures, in compliance with applicable legislation.
• Ensure timely completion of customs formalities and related activities, maintaining effective operational and financial controls to minimize errors, delays, and penalties.
• Coordinate with transportation, warehouse, operations, and other relevant departments to ensure efficient cargo clearance and timely delivery.
• Communicate with customs authorities, clients, and other relevant stakeholders to resolve customs-related queries and operational issues.
• Perform other duties related to customs operations and departmental management as assigned by the Customs Manager.
  

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Customs, Logistics or International Relationship.
• Preference for Master Degree.
• Minimum 7 years experience in Logistics,3 of them should be in Customs related department.
• Strong knowledge of the Customs Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan and applicable customs regulations.
• Good understanding of international trade, Incoterms, customs procedures, compliance requirements, and import/export documentation.
• Ability to review customs declarations and supporting documentation and identify discrepancies or compliance risks.
• Ability to coordinate daily operations, prioritize workloads, and support the achievement of departmental KPIs.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop, document, and improve operational processes and procedures.
• Proficiency in Azerbaijani, Russian, and English.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customs authorities, clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
  

We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Medical insurance