Logistics & Customs Lead

Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

 Position Role Type: Unspecified At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.  Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Pratt & Whitney Canada (an RTX company) is one of the world’s leaders in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines powering commercial and regional airplanes, as well as general aviation aircraft and helicopters. Our strong reputation for highly skilled personnel (10,000 employees across the globe), our reliable engines and our exceptional aftermarket support service network attract customers from all over the world (over 190 countries). Pratt & Whitney Canada (UK) Ltd (P&WC UK) provides in-field Mobile Repair Teams (MRT) and in-shop Heavy Engine Maintenance (HEMA) support throughout Europe, the Middle East & Africa (EMEA) based out Requirements: Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Logistics Lead, Logistics Management, or similar role, or a degree in Logistics or customs or a related field. Working knowledge of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and US tariff regulations. Strong understanding of Customs Procedure Codes and Harmonized System (HS) classification codes. Comprehensive knowledge of UK and international customs regulations, procedures, and import/export processes. Ability to accurately interpret, review, and validate customs declarations to ensure compliance. Experience maintaining departmental policies, procedures, and work instructions. Competent in preparing and submitting Inward Processing (IP) Bills of Discharge (BOD) reports. Experience supporting or leading HMRC customs audits and ensuring ongoing regulatory compliance. Good understanding of trade compliance, international trade regulations, sanctions, and import/export licensing requirements. Proficient in SAP, with strong experience using the Shipping module. Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across logistics, customs, and supply chain teams.

Manage daily import customs clearances across a range of customs procedures, including Inward Processing (IP), Temporary Admission, Temporary Exports, Airworthiness, and other applicable customs regimes. Prepare export documentation and commercial invoices, and coordinate shipments via courier, air freight, or dedicated transport services. Review and validate all import and export customs declarations, ensuring accuracy and submitting amendments where required while maintaining comprehensive records. Maintain accurate import and export logs, ensuring all relevant shipment and customs information is recorded. Train to become the site's Global Trade focal point, providing cover and support when required. Ensure the correct customs licences, authorisations, and supporting documentation are applied to all import and export shipments. Liaise with customers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant, enabling timely customs clearance. Monitor and track all inbound and outbound shipments to ensure efficient and timely movement of goods. Review and code freight invoices for Finance, ensuring costs are allocated to the correct jobs or projects. Prepare and submit