Customs Specialist Import

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.

Job Description

• Monitor the arrival and customs clearance of import shipments from non-EU countries for release into free circulation across all modes of transport.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable customs regulations, legal requirements, and import prohibitions and restrictions in Germany.

• Process shipments from non-EU countries for release into free circulation, including the preparation and submission of simplified customs declarations.

• Monitor incoming import shipments and perform daily goods receipt controls.

• Communicate and coordinate with internal business units, suppliers, freight forwarders, consignees, and warehouse operators.

• Prepare all customs-related documentation and support internal and external audits, including the review of customs invoices and tax assessments issued by external service providers.

• Provide customs-related advice and support to business units and affiliated group companies.

• Contribute to cross-functional activities, including reporting, projects, testing, and business release management.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Law or a related field.

• Several years of professional experience in international trade, import, and export operations.

• Proficiency in standard IT applications, as well as SAP R/3 and SAP GTS.

• Fluent written and spoken English language skills - German is a plus.

• Structured, independent, and process-oriented working style.

• Strong customer service and stakeholder management orientation.

• Strong commitment to quality and problem solving

• fostering innovation and continuous improvement

• Communicates effectively and with impact

• Promotes and fosters effective teamwork

Additional Information

What we offer:

• 13th salary;

• Performance bonus;

• Christmas & Easter bonus;

• Seniority bonus;

• Flexible working time;

• Competitive salaries & benefits;

• Health & wellness (Life Assurance, Private Health and Dental Insurance, Sport activities, Canteen, 24/7 Helpline with Psychologists etc.);

• Different discounts (tires, glasses, medical, shopping, etc.);

• Relocation bonus for non-Timisoara Residents;

• Professional development opportunities (in Technical and Leadership Areas);

• International Work Environment & Traveling Opportunities.

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