Customs Specialist

Job description

About us

Safilo is a leading player in the eyewear market, designing, producing, and distributing sunglasses, optical frames, sports eyewear, helmets, and goggles. Our portfolio includes iconic brands like Polaroid and Carrera, as well as fashion-forward names such as BOSS, Hugo, Carolina Herrera, Tommy Hilfiger, Fossil, Kate Spade, Marc Jacobs, Moschino, Levi’s, and Missoni. We value people, innovation, and sustainability—principles that guide our inclusive journey and drive value creation.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a Customs Specialist to support import and export operations, ensuring full compliance with customs requirements and trade regulations. The ideal candidate will have solid hands‑on experience in tariff classification, customs valuation, origin, preferential trade agreements, customs regimes, and import/export customs documentation. The role reports functionally to the Global Customs Compliance Manager.

As a Customs Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting tariff classification activities and maintaining the correct customs classification of products.
• Verifying customs valuation elements and supporting the correct determination of customs value.
• Supporting origin assessment activities, including preferential and non-preferential origin, and the application of trade agreements where applicable.
• Managing and reviewing customs documentation for imports and exports, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and consistency.
• Supporting the correct application of customs procedures and special customs regimes, in line with business and regulatory requirements.
• Maintaining customs records and monitoring customs entries to identify discrepancies.
• Collaborating with internal departments such as Logistics, and Tax to ensure alignment on customs and trade compliance matters.

You are the person we are looking for if you have:

• At least 3 years of experience in customs, import/export operations.
• Experience in tariff classification, customs valuation, origin, trade agreements, customs regimes, and import/export customs documentation.
• Good knowledge of customs procedures and operational customs processes related to international shipments.
• Experience gained with customs brokers, freight forwarders, logistics providers, customs assistance centers, or AEO‑certified companies is considered a strong plus, as is familiarity with topics such as CBAM, EUDR, and U.S. duties.
• Good command of English; knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, problem‑solving attitude, and ability to manage priorities under pressure.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, with a practical and hands‑on approach to operational issues, as well as a genuine passion for customs and international trade matters.

What we offer:

• A working environment based on a solid corporate culture, where you can confront yourself with many professionals and enrich your skills.
• A Smart work mode that allows you to live your best work-life balance (2/3 days a week / free location).