Customs Certification Specialist (Almaty, Kazakhstan)

About this Position

Henkel is looking for a Customs Certification Specialist to join our team in Almaty, Kazakhstan. 

This position is responsible for end-to-end coordination of import and export customs clearance, making sure materials don’t get stuck at customs. You’ll coordinate customs clearance, paperwork, certifications, and deliveries, working closely with brokers, authorities, and internal teams. We expect a level of maturity that allows you to act proactively: flag risks early, suggest solutions, and move things forward without waiting for step-by-step instructions. The focus is on keeping everything compliant, on time, and transparent. 

What you´ll do

• Support customs brokers in import/export clearance processes, including preparation and validation of documentation.
• Identify certification, licensing, and permit requirements; arrange and track permissive documents with local authorities.
• Ensure full compliance with customs regulations; proactively monitor and assess changes in legislation and restrictions.
• Prepare documentation for certificates of state registration and certificates of conformity.
• Calculate and validate customs duties, taxes, and related charges.
• Manage contracts and monitor payments related to customs, brokers, and certification agencies.
• Coordinate with internal customers, brokers, and certification bodies to resolve issues efficiently.
• Track inbound shipments from dispatch to receipt.
• Maintain and update inbound status reports and proactively inform relevant stakeholders.

What makes you a good fit

• 3+ years of experience in import/export.
• Hands on experience with local certifications/authorities.
• Basic understanding of rail, road transportation and warehousing.
• Ability to deliver results under pressure.
• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to details.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Employment in an international company with well-established corporate values and standards.
• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year.
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities.
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs.
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks.
• Annual bonus.
• Meal Allowance.
• Medical Insurance after probation period.
• Mobile limit.
• Up to 30 days paid sick leave per year.
• Social package (other benefits in accordance with the rules of the company).

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.