Valeria Librizzi
About Valeria Librizzi
Valeria Librizzi is a Customs Coordinator with extensive experience in customs compliance and logistics. She currently works at URBN in London and has previously held positions at Unsworth Global Logistics and YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP.
Current Role at URBN
Valeria Librizzi serves as a Customs Coordinator at URBN, which includes brands such as Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, and Nuuly. She has held this position since 2021 in the London area. In her role, she collaborates with the vendor base to ensure the accuracy of information necessary for Customs entry. Additionally, she partners with various brands and the accounting department to manage chargebacks related to vendor compliance. Valeria also liaises with Customs Brokers to meet Customs clearance key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure the accuracy of declarations.
Previous Experience at YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP
Before joining URBN, Valeria worked as an Import Export Coordinator at YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP from 2018 to 2021. During her three years in this role, she gained experience in managing import and export processes, which contributed to her expertise in customs compliance. Her responsibilities included collaborating with the US Global Trade & Compliance team to provide guidance on preference programs, including the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP).
Professional Background at Unsworth Global Logistics
Valeria began her career in customs coordination as an Export Clerk at Unsworth Global Logistics in 2018. She worked in this role for seven months in London, where she developed foundational skills in export processes and logistics. This early experience laid the groundwork for her subsequent positions in customs and trade compliance.
Education and Qualifications
Valeria holds an Advanced Diploma in Customs Compliance - Level 5, which she earned from the UK Customs Academy between 2020 and 2021. She also studied at Scuola Superiore per Mediatori Linguistici di Pisa, where she achieved a Master's degree in Export Management with a focus on Linguistic Mediation and Business English in 2016. Additionally, she studied Modern Languages and Cultures at Università degli Studi di Palermo. Her educational background supports her expertise in customs compliance and international trade.
Customs Compliance and AEO Accreditation
In her current role, Valeria assists in the application and ongoing maintenance of Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) accreditation. She engages in duty planning by collaborating with designers, development, and logistics teams to verify tariff classification, duty rates, and documentary requirements prior to order placement. This involvement highlights her comprehensive understanding of customs regulations and compliance practices.