Global Customs Manager

At Swarovski, where innovation meets inspiration, our people desire to explore, experience, and create. We are looking for a Global Customs Manager, where you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries. Be part of a truly iconic global brand, learn and grow with us. We’re bold and inventive, revealing astonishing things like no one else can. A world of wonder awaits you.

About the job- Driving and improving activities in the customs network from production locations to point of sale- Leading savings analyses regionally (FTA, brokerage management, supply chain process improvements)- Leading the customs workstream in logistics project implementations, taking care of export/import declarations and brokerage set up, customs valuation etc.- Acting as main point of contact for the regions, in case of process questions or audits from customs authorities/local rulings- Coordinating with the regions and central controlling, to ensure an appropriate customs budget forecast is provided every year- Auditing actual customs costs against forecast and supporting regions in identifying the gaps- Auditing regional broker KPIs to ensure adherence to forecasted customs budget & no operational delays- Establishing a network with Corporate Planning, Marketing, Sales, Sourcing and Master Data for integration of customs aspects in new initiatives in these areas

About you

We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following:
- Master’s, at least Bachelor’s degree - preferably in Business Administration or Taxes- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a similar role within an international setting- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills- Excellent English proficiency, presentation, and communication skills, German is a plus- Experience in SAP GTS or other Customs and Trade Compliance systems- Team orientation, and ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization- Innovative and creative approach

About Swarovski

Swarovski unifies all parts of its organization under one spellbinding idea and brings forward a wondrous new world of crystal craftsmanship. Founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manufactures and sells the world’s highest quality crystal, genuine gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds and zirconia, jewelry, and accessories, as well as crystal objects and home accessories. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) and Tyrolit (abrasives), Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group.

A responsible relationship with people and the planet has always been an integral part of Swarovski’s heritage. This manifests today in the company’s well-established sustainability agenda with youth-focused education programs and foundations to promote human empowerment and conserve natural resources to achieve positive social impact.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We give our people the guts to celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved, respected, valued, connected, and heard. A place where anyone/everyone belongs. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law of the countries we operate in.