- Working within the Maersk Customs Services organization the purpose of this role is to generate consulting business through interaction with the different parts of the Maersk commercial organization, enabling them to win additional business and also leading interactions with the top customers, existing and new, at a strategic level
- Organize and execute assigned business projects on behalf of clients, according to their defined requirements.
- Expected to set out own direction and work against set targets.
- Handles/plans own part of project together with delivery leader in large projects.
- Meet with assigned clients when needed and perform an initial assessment of a problematic situation.
- Collect information about the client's business through a variety of methods (shadowing, interviews, surveys, reading reports etc.).
- Analyse and interpret data to unearth weaknesses and problems, and comprehend the causes.
- Formulate recommendations and solutions with attention to a client's wishes, capabilities and limitations forming concise reports.
- Present findings and suggestions to clients with ample justification and practical advice.
- Develop detailed business plans to drive small or radical changes.
- Assist the client in implementing the plan and resolve any occasional discrepancies.
- Provide guidance for any occurring problems and issues.
- 5-10 years of International Trade Experience required
- Specific knowledge in the area of Import/Export documentary requirements, classification and compliance is preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent oral and written German and English (other European languages a plus)
- Bid writing experience is preferred in order to contribute to bid responses in conjunction with bid teams
- Experience with Sales/ Business Development
- Flexibility to travel to clients and internal offices within Europe
- Proven commercial acumen
- Strong customer relationship skills
- Ability to communicate (verbally and written) effectively with clients, coworkers and senior leadership
- Ability to work effectively with international teams
- Integrity, dependability and adaptability
- Willingness to learn
- Problem-solving approach
- Provide you with the most exciting career you could not have imagined, in a global organization.
- Give you the opportunity to get to know and love customs and border processes.
- Support your personal growth.
- Let you work with some really nice and very skilled people.
- Invite you to be a part of Maersk's ongoing development journey where clients are expected to be "delighted", not just "happy".
Trade & Customs Consultant - NEC - Hamburg, Deutschland - Maersk
Beschreibung
Do you want to join us in facilitating secure and compliant trade?
Maersk Global Trade and Customs Consulting (GTCC) provides expert advisory services to all aspects of trade, including all sector stakeholders active in the areas of cross-border trade and border processes. GTCC is a strategic consulting product for Maersk, developing the most innovative, fastest and sustainable border solutions.
We like secure and compliant trade, and we love solving challenges
What we do
We are one of the market leaders in Customs Consulting. GTCC provides tailor made solutions ensuring that all import and export transactions are in conformance with the laws and regulations of the involved countries.
This is the backbone of international commerce and exchange of goods, regulated by countries, economic blocs and international agencies such as the WCO (World Customs Organization) and WTO (World Trade Organization)
Our consulting team delivering GTCC solutions includes highly experienced project managers and trade and customs consultants, several with background as customs officers. We are committed to make an impact, deliver outcomes, and changing the trading environment for the better, improving transparency, and trade facilitation.
We are looking for a Senior Customs Consultant for our GTCC Team in Germany.
A Customs Consultant first and foremost has a broad knowledge of the many facets of international trade and the global flow of goods, which would allow and secure solid client advice in their field of expertise. The Customs and Trade Consultant also possesses great problem-solving skills to provide solutions and recommendations that will increase profitability and efficiency. The goal is to contribute to the clients' long-lasting success to expand our reputation along with our clientele.
The Senior Consultant acts as the pivotal link between the client and delivery teams with an expert eye on pricing and opportunity strategy. Having a deep understanding of the product but also a clear understanding of customer needs and priorities, the Senior Consultant acts as a strong generator of business through sales enablement to the wider Maersk commercial organization and externally, but also through direct interaction with senior stakeholders within our main customers offices.
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We look forward to your application
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