Customs Operations Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Our vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing and food products at prices so low that as many people as possible will be able to afford them.

The Inter IKEA Group is a part of Inter IKEA Systems B.V., owner of the IKEA Concept and worldwide IKEA franchisor.

IKEA Supply is responsible for securing that the product offer is produced and delivered to our customers. We lead the supply agenda across many functions and work together with all business areas, different business units, but also retail markets to secure customer availability in all markets and sales channels at lowest total cost.

IKEA Purchasing and Logistics Services US Inc. is part of our Americas region which also has an office in Curitiba, Brazil and Mexico City, Mexico, and is a subsidiary of the Inter IKEA Group.

Job Description

You see things a little differently. So do we.  We work hard to make sure everyone’s voice is heard and that everyone can make a difference. We offer positions that challenge your skills and inspire you to grow.  Come see things a little differently with us.

About the job...

We believe in teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement. As a Customs Import Operations Specialist , you’ll play a key role in ensuring that IKEA’s goods flow smoothly and compliantly across borders — helping us deliver to millions of customers while maintaining the highest regulatory standards.

You’ll be part of our Customs Operations Support Center (COSC) , which manages import and export operations for the Americas region. The team’s mission is to drive efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement in all customs activities.

What You’ll Do

Each day in this role brings new challenges and opportunities to make a real impact. As a Customs Import Operations Specialist , you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth, compliant, and efficient cross-border operations across the Americas region.

Customs Compliance & Entry Management

• Prepare and validate customs entries using IKEA’s in-house systems, coordinating with brokers to ensure accurate and timely submissions.
• Monitor import and export clearance processes, ensuring each transaction meets local and international compliance requirements.
• Review import documentation and data to confirm accuracy and maintain full regulatory compliance.

FTZ (Foreign Trade Zone) Shipment Processing

Data Analysis & Process Improvement

Stakeholder Collaboration

Security Filings & Regulatory Oversight

Qualifications

You’re passionate about international trade, logistics, and doing things right the first time. You thrive in a fast-paced, global environment where collaboration and precision drive results.

Education & Experience

Core Technical Skills

Professional & Soft Skills

Additional Information

At IKEA, we value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are committed to providing coworkers with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage individualism and invite you to come join our team and be yourself with us!

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need.

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