• Application Deadline: Thu, 5 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Air and Sea Clearing Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Logistics 
  

Job Description

• The candidate should be very conversant with customs tariff act, clearing and forwarding procedures, and clearance of goods at Airports and Seaports.


• Obtain accurate Check List and check all documents to avoid errors, identify missing documents, and/or identify potential issues. Opening of form M / LC Application to import.


• Handling timely order execution & documentation like Pre & Post shipment documents.


• Manage customs documentation for clearing and forwarding.


• Liaising with accredited clearing agent for the clearing of goods at destination Apapa, Tin can island, and airport as the case may be.


• Liaising with the shipping company on all issues with consignment.


• Administering import procedures and documentation and effective liaison with Nigerian Customs / Logistics.


• Managing demurrages, port charges within specified norms.


• Managing the seamless movement of the consignments to the destination.


• Liaising with Port authorities & customs officials, monitoring compliance to regulatory requirements, and maintaining requisite papers & documents.


• Coordinating with Port Authorities for various requirements connected to the vessels handling at the ports.


• Renewal of relevant licenses for all company imported listed items and should be conversant to the procedures


• To get duty assessment in one day after Pre- Arrival Assessment Report PAAR and rotation number is allotted.


• To follow up with approved clearing agents to ensure timely clearance.


• To apply and get refunds shipping & container deposits etc.


• To be able to organize fast track clearing for the group.


• To prepare daily progress report and send to Head Office before the close of the business.


• Any other assignment that may be given from time to time by superior officers.


• Manage customs documentation for clearing and forwarding.


• Renewal of relevant licenses (should be conversant to the procedures).


• Should have a proffessional knowledge of Airwaybills and Bill of Ladings.


• Candidate should clear consignment within a limited period of time.


• To negotiate best freight rates with the airlines to cover the interest of clients.


• Provide client support and handle client communications effectively.


• Build connections on behalf of the company.


• Provide accurate, valid and complete information by using the right methods/tools.

Requirements

• B.Sc / HND in Business Administration or any related course.


• A minimum of 5 years work experience in related field.


• Proficiency in port and sea clearance process.


• Excellent communication skills.


• Speed.


• Interpersonal Relationship skills.


• Accountability.


• Must have knowledge of the customs and Excise HS Code and Explanatory notes.


• Strategic Thinking.


• Must have appropriate knowledge of inspection agents, Banks, shipping companies, and Terminals.


• Proficiency in international documentation, LC, Shipping processes, bill of lading.


• Previous experience working with customs brokers, forwarders, and international partners.