Customs Manager - EMEA Location: Sint-Niklaas (Hybrid Work Model - 3 days in office) Reports to: Senior Manager, Customs Compliance (EMEA) Why Join Us? Are you passionate about international trade and customs compliance? Do you thrive in a dynamic, cross-border environment where precision and collaboration are key? Join our EMEA Customs team and help shape the future of global trade operations. You'll work with diverse teams across continents, ensuring our products move seamlessly and compliantly across borders. Your Impact As a Customs Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting the Senior Customs Operations Manager ensuring our import and export operations meet all legal and business requirements and managing a team of customs professionals in different EU countries and the UK. You'll be part of a high-performing team that supports compliance across multiple regions, with a strong focus on: Customs Compliance: Ensure adherence to customs regulations for shipments from Asia Pacific and Latin America to the EU and UK. Manage in-country customs team: support the local country teams in operational execution of the in-and outbound flows from and to bonded warehouses. Trade Expertise: support the senior manager on questions on free trade agreements, product classification, and customs valuation to support smooth operations. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal departments (e.g., procurement, logistics, legal) and external stakeholders (e.g., customs authorities, brokers, carriers) to monitor and optimize product flows. AEO & SOP Management: Guide and take ownership of the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) monitoring in several EU countries and the UK, internal audits, and harmonization of standard operating procedures. Process Improvement: Audit customs documentation flows and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Provide guidance, advice, and training for direct reports split across regional teams What You Bring Bachelor's degree in Economics, Law, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 5-10 years of progressive experience in customs or trade compliance. Strong understanding of customs legislation and operational processes. People management skills to manage smaller in-country teams, including performance management, and resource planning Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex data sets. Fluent in English (written and verbal); additional languages are a plus. Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant systems. Work Environment & Travel Hybrid Work Model: Enjoy the flexibility of working remote for 2 days a week while staying connected with your colleagues across Europe. Travel Expectations: Occasional travel within Europe is required to support audits, team collaboration, and engagement with customs authorities and external partners. What We Offer A collaborative, international work environment. Opportunities for professional growth and development in global trade and customs. Exposure to strategic projects and cross-regional initiatives. Competitive compensation and benefits. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're looking to grow your career in customs compliance and be part of a team that values integrity, innovation, and global collaboration, apply now! \readytoapply Hiring Range : 65,145.60 EUR - 81,432.00 EUR annually annually Incentive Potential : This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process. VF Diversity Vision Statement VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world.VF is an equal employment opportunity/ affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.