Customs Specialist

Ravago, a leading international recycler and distributor of plastics, rubber, and chemicals, is in the truest sense of the word a family company. Over the years, Ravago has grown from a local Belgian business into an international group of more than 10,000 employees — not only by continuously seeking new opportunities but also by investing in its people.

With over 60 years of experience and a presence in more than 50 countries, Ravago combines entrepreneurship with sustainable growth. We value professionalism, integrity, and teamwork — principles that also define our Customs & Tax department.

As a Customs Specialist, you will play a vital role in ensuring Ravago’s continued compliance with customs and international trade regulations. You will support both operational and advisory aspects of customs management, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and efficiency across all trade-related activities.

Your analytical mindset allows you to interpret complex regulations, assess risks, and provide actionable insights to the business. You will work closely with our customs operations and tax technology teams, supporting the implementation of systems and tools that strengthen compliance and improve efficiency.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining regulatory expertise, data analysis, and cross-departmental collaboration within an international environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support customs operations team in the accurate preparation and submission of customs declarations and reports.
• Monitor, collect, and analyze operational and risk data.
• Prepare analytical reports and contribute to the development of policies, guidelines, and compliance frameworks.
• Provide customs advice and guidance to business and operational teams.
• Track and interpret changes in customs and international trade legislation and translate them into practical processes.
• Collaborate with the tax technology team during the implementation and testing of new IT tools.
• Review import and export documentation for compliance with applicable regulations.
• Support applications for customs licenses and special regimes.
• Handle customs-related queries from internal and external stakeholders

• A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in customs, international trade, or tax compliance.
• A strong understanding of customs and international trade regulations (sustainability legislation e.g. EUDR and CBAM is a plus).
• A fluent command of Dutch and good proficiency in English.
• A data-driven mindset and confidence working with digital tools and systems.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex topics into clear advice.
• A structured and proactive approach, with great attention to detail.

At Ravago, we believe in offering more than just a job — we offer a career journey.

You can expect:

• A competitive salary depending on experience.
• A company car and attractive secondary employment benefits.
• A stable, family-owned international company with long-term vision and strong values.
• Opportunities for professional growth through learning, cross-departmental projects, and mentorship.
• A dynamic, international work environment that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• A role where you can make a visible impact on how Ravago manages its global customs and trade activities.