Job Req Number:  126329
Time Type: Full Time

Team Lead – Customs

The Team Lead – Customs is responsible for leading a team managing customs processes for DSV’s international customers within GBS. The role ensures high-quality and timely service delivery through process optimization, KPI/SLA management, compliance, quality control, and effective people management, while maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Customs team, including performance management, training, recruitment, and workload planning.
• Manage customs processes, ensuring compliance with applicable customs and tax regulations and the accuracy of required documentation.
• Define and monitor KPIs and SLAs, ensuring service quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to optimize, standardize, and automate customs processes.
• Manage relationships with DSV branches, customers, and other internal/external stakeholders.
• Monitor operational performance, costs, and P&L, providing regular reporting to management.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, internal procedures, audits, and QMS requirements.
• Promote knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and a strong performance and feedback culture within the team.

Education and Skills

• Higher education preferred in Logistics, Transport, Customs, Law, Administration, or related fields.
• Strong leadership, communication, delegation, and team-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an international environment.
• Proactive and results-oriented mindset with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Openness to change and continuous improvement.

Minimal Work Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience managing a team in a similar role.
• Knowledge of EU customs regulations.
• Experience in customs, logistics, transportation, tax, or related areas.
• Experience working on projects or process improvement initiatives.
• English proficiency at C1 level or higher.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. 

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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