Location
BH15 1AF, Poole, Dorset, England
Industry sector
Manufacturing
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
03/08/2026
Closing date
31/08/2026
Import / Export Specialist | Poole | Competitive Salary
Are you an experienced customs and trade compliance specialist looking for a role where your expertise genuinely shapes how goods move across borders? This is a great opportunity to take ownership of import/export compliance for a well-established local business, working closely with Supply Chain, Warehouse, Customer Service, and external logistics partners.
As an Import / Export Specialist, you'll benefit from:
* A permanent position with a well-established local business
* Working hours structured Monday to Thursday, with an early finish on Fridays
* The chance to act as subject matter expert for customs compliance and international trade
* Genuine scope to drive continuous improvement across logistics and compliance processes
* Free onsite parking
* A supportive, close-knit team environment
As an Import / Export Specialist, your responsibilities will include:
* Managing import and export activities in line with UK and international trade regulations
* Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining customs documentation, including commercial invoices and export declarations
* Coordinating customs clearance with brokers, freight forwarders, and government agencies
* Providing oversight of daily shipping activities to ensure priority shipments are dispatched on time
* Monitoring shipment progress and resolving transportation or documentation issues
* Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures for import and export activities
As an Import / Export Specialist, your experience will include:
* A strong understanding of import/export regulations and customs procedures
* Previous experience working with freight forwarders and customs brokers
* Confidence using ERP and shipping systems
* Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Relevant import/export, customs, or logistics qualifications desirable, though not essential
If you're ready to bring your customs and trade expertise to a permanent role in Poole where you'll genuinely shape how the business handles international shipments and be rewarded with a good salary, this is well worth a closer look. Apply today with an up-to-date CV and we'll be in touch to talk through the details or call Ella at Rubicon for more information.