Location: Parque das Nações, Lisbon
Working Model: Hybrid (60% On-site / 40% Remote)
Contract: Full-Time
Schedule: Flexible, with availability to adapt to operational peaks across Import and Export activities.
At DHL Express, we connect people and improve lives by delivering excellence every day. We are currently looking for a Customs Processing Supervisor to lead a team responsible for the processing, validation and control of information related to Import and Export operations.
This role plays a key part in ensuring data accuracy, document compliance and operational efficiency, while supporting the team and driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach and develop a team of Agents.
- Ensure the accurate execution of Import and Export customs processes, maintaining high standards of data quality and integrity.
- Oversee the validation and correction of shipment documentation and manifests.
- Ensure compliance with national and international export control regulations, economic sanctions, and embargoes.
- Assess export and import transactions to ensure compliance with legal requirements and internal company policies.
- Develop, implement, and maintain Trade Compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure adherence to applicable regulatory requirements and company standards.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory changes related to Trade Compliance, assess their impact on business operations, and support the implementation of necessary compliance measures.
- Coordinate and support security and compliance certification programs, including AEO and other relevant standards, ensuring continuous compliance and effective program maintenance across the organization.
- Monitor and resolve data discrepancies, system alerts and operational exceptions.
- Coordinate team priorities according to operational volumes and daily business needs.
- Track performance indicators and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Foster a collaborative, customer-focused and results-driven team culture.
- Maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders, operational teams and customs authorities.
- Support the delivery of operational objectives while ensuring compliance with company procedures and service standards.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Law, Management, Business Administration or a related field (preferred).
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to quickly adapt to new systems and technologies.
- Previous experience leading and developing teams.
- Knowledge of Import and Export processes, preferably with exposure to customs-related or documentation activities.
- Experience working in operational environments with high volumes and changing priorities.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of customs procedures, tariff classification, and Incoterms, with the ability to apply them effectively in international trade and compliance operations.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and performance indicators.
- Effective decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to manage pressure and perform in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Flexible, empathetic and people-oriented leadership style.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong focus on quality, efficiency and results.
What We Value
We are looking for a leader who combines a results-driven mindset with a genuine commitment to supporting and developing people. Someone who understands the broader business impact of operational decisions, uses data to drive improvements and helps the team successfully navigate daily challenges.
What We Offer
- Hybrid working model (60% On-site / 40% Remote).
- Health Insurance
- Fuel Card.
- The opportunity to join the world's leading international express logistics company.
- A critical leadership role with high visibility across different areas of the business.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- A dynamic, collaborative and challenging work environment.
If you're looking for an exciting leadership opportunity in a fast-paced operational environment and want to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
