Job Description
Job Summary
- We are seeking an experienced Customer & Freight Operations Officer with strong expertise in freight clearing and forwarding operations.
- The role involves managing customer accounts, coordinating shipment clearance, and ensuring full compliance with Nigerian import regulations, including FORM M processing and documentation requirements.
- The successful candidate will serve as the key interface between clients, internal operations teams, and regulatory authorities to ensure efficient, compliant, and timely delivery of shipments.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers on all shipment-related and service delivery communications.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers’ supply chain teams.
- Monitor shipment clearance processes in collaboration with operations teams until final delivery and confirmation of Proof of Delivery (POD).
- Liaise with documentation units for the processing of FORM M and ensure shippers are properly informed of all documentation requirements before shipment is forwarded to Nigeria.
- Ensure all shipping documents are accurate and compliant prior to cargo arrival.
- Interface with relevant government and industry regulatory agencies, including Nigeria Customs Service, FAAN, NAFDAC, and other statutory bodies.
- Ensure compliance with import/export regulations and stay updated on government policies relating to restricted and contraband goods.
- Ensure approved systems, procedures, and service delivery standards are followed.
- Participate in customer-driven improvement initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and cost optimisation.
- Assist with the timely acquisition and renewal of permits, approvals, and regulatory licenses.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in customer account management within the supply chain and logistics industry.
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of freight clearing and forwarding operations.
- Hands-on experience with FORM M processing and import documentation.
- Advanced front desk knowledge of Customs entry procedures, import/export documentation, and port processes.
- Proven experience interfacing with Nigeria Customs Service, FAAN, NAFDAC, and other regulatory agencies.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Working knowledge of logistics and supply chain operations.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and negotiation skills