Global Customs & Indirect Tax Director

About the role

This senior position leads the global customs and indirect tax function for a FTSE 250 multinational manufacturing group. The role combines strategic policy development with commercial partnership to protect profitability, optimise working capital and support international growth.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement global customs and indirect tax policies, governance and control frameworks.
• Provide strategic oversight of customs brokers, tax advisers and external service providers worldwide.
• Monitor international regulatory developments and advise senior leadership on risk and opportunity.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement and Commercial teams to design efficient international supply‑chain models incorporating duties, VAT/GST and excise considerations.
• Lead major transformation programmes, including ERP implementations, product launches and market expansions.
• Manage global customs risk, compliance reviews and relationships with customs and tax authorities.

Required profile

• Significant senior‑level experience leading customs and indirect tax functions in a multinational manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to influence senior leadership and shape cross‑functional strategy.
• Strong understanding of international duty structures, VAT/GST, excise and customs compliance.
• Experience managing external advisors and large‑scale transformation projects.

Required skills

• ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Customs compliance software

What we offer

• £120,000 base salary plus car allowance, bonus and comprehensive benefits (total package ~£150,000).
• Hybrid working model – three days per week on site in London.
• Strategic influence across finance, supply chain and commercial functions.