An Import & Export Manager’s service is needed at At ASCO, a reputable shipping company.
Role Overview:
- This role requires an experienced Logistics Practitioner who has experience in dealing with Customs on various Customs
- Procedure codes. It requires critical thinking and the ability to study international shipping documents and knowing what to do when a request comes from a customer,
- The role requires a dynamic personality that is able to analyse information and take action in order to facilitate the speedy movement of Goods.
- The company works with customs who use various regimes with Customs such as Free zones, in bond manufacturing.
- Bonded Warehouse Operations, Temporary Importation processing, Government exemptions Cargo etc. The candidate should be conversant with the various regimes to be able to successfully manage the Import & Export Desk of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform Quality checks on documents received for Customs Clearance processing
- Ensure prompt application & preparation of E-MDA’s with minimum error and delay
- Ensure timely and smooth processing of cargo release with Shipping line and Terminals where necessary
- Tracking of clients cargo and update file records
- Ensure that the Documentation Team process Customs entry (Bo) with ICUMS system accurately with minimal errors.
- Prepare Monthly reports of jobs done per cient.
- Liaise with stakeholders to ensure the smooth clearance of cargo
- Keep track of all pending jobs.
- Daily follow up on the status of jobs of dients.
- Ensure accurate recording of clients’ updates and periodic communication is sent to all clients.
- Keeping track of clearance to make sure we maintain clearing time of 3 working days after receipt of duty cheques and improve this KPI over time.
- Follow up with existing Clients for new files to meet targets set for the year.
- Responding to queries on files from Clients when it appears to be above the level of Customer Service and Operations supervisor.
- Sensitize field staff of new policies introduced into the industry by Stakeholders.
- Attend all stakeholder industry meetings on behalf of the Organization that relate to the Operations of ASCO.
- Resolve all issues relating to clearing of cargo from port.
- Supervise all reports generated from the Operations desks.
- Prepare and Submit reports of files received, pending and completed on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis.
- Apply Customs Law to inform and advice client and company on best approach to solving problems.
- Ensure all pending jobs are perfected and closed with Customs.
- Handle all Exemptions processing & suspense regime related issues and ensure they are closed and reconciled/perfected.
- Train subordinates to come up to take on role in case of absence from work
Key Competencies:
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Proactive, results oriented
- Strong presentation & negotiation skills
- Sound project management skills
- Driven and committed to success while maintaining integrity
Preferred Qualification & Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree in Logistics & Shipping
- Experience with GCNET & ICUMS
- A minimum Eight (8) years’ relevant work experience in the Logistics Industry
- A track record of adding value to any business endeavour
- Customs proficiency certificate
- Must understand Customs procedures in relation to Import & Exports
How To Submit An Application For Import & Export Manager (ASCO)
Please send cover letter and application to: hr@apexshipping.net
Deadline: Applications are being accepted until February 10, 2023 or until the role is filled.
Note that the expected date is immediately or within 1 month of offer acceptance.
