Customs Compliance Coordinator

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

Location: Philippines

Are you passionate about sourcing, supplier management, and supporting compliant and efficient business operations? We are looking for a Customs Compliance Coordinator to join our team in the Philippines.

In this role, you will execute sourcing activities, support supplier management, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement activities are carried out effectively and in line with business needs, guidelines, regulations, and organizational standards.

What will you be doing?

• Manage import and export shipments, ensuring accurate and timely customs clearance and delivery.
• Prepare, verify, and validate shipping and customs documentation, including invoices, packing lists, declarations, and permits.
• Determine and maintain accurate HS codes and ensure correct classification of imported and exported goods.
• Manage import/export permits, licenses, registrations, renewals, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations, government requirements, internal procedures, and SOPs.
• Coordinate with customs authorities, customs brokers, freight forwarders, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor customs declaration approvals and support inspections, red-line cases, temporary imports/exports, re-imports, and re-exports.
• Arrange and monitor local and international transportation based on cost, quality, delivery requirements, and lead time.
• Track shipments from pre-alert through customs clearance and final delivery, ensuring stakeholders receive timely updates.
• Monitor customs brokers, freight forwarders, and logistics vendors, including service performance, invoices, and related payments.
• Maintain complete shipment and customs records to ensure proper documentation and audit trails.
• Prepare shipment, customs, logistics cost, vendor performance, and KPI reports for stakeholders.
  
  

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

• Relevant educational background in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of sourcing, procurement, or supply chain operations and processes.
• Understanding of supplier selection, evaluation, performance management, and contract-related activities.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across different functions.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
• Continuous improvement and learning mindset.
• Good written and spoken English.
  
  

Last application date: 24/10/2026

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.

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