Import/Export Coordinator & Customs Analyst

About the role

Thales is looking for an Import/Export Coordinator & Customs Analyst to join its Herstal (and Loncin) sites. You will manage the shipment of military items, equipment and dangerous goods, ensuring compliance with contractual clauses and all relevant national and international regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Arrange and plan inbound and outbound transport of military goods in Belgium and abroad, respecting export‑control rules.
• Prepare all required documentation such as pro‑forma invoices, certificates of origin and packing lists.
• Manage customs regimes, provide accurate instructions to customs agents and monitor authorisations (temporary admission, inward processing, etc.).
• Assist in customs classification of finished products, semi‑finished products and spare parts and keep internal databases up‑to‑date.
• Support the Trade Compliance Officer on customs‑related tasks and generate activity reports for the sites.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Transport or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar import/export or customs role.
• Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong sense of responsibility, analytical mindset and ability to work autonomously.

Required skills

• Knowledge of transport documentation (CMR, AWB, Bill of Lading).
• Familiarity with Incoterms.
• Basic understanding of dangerous‑goods transport regulations (ADR, IATA, IMDG).
• Experience with customs classification and management of customs regimes.