Clearing & Forwarding Manager at Dreams Placement Hub

Location: Apapa, Lagos

Specific Duties

• To ensure proper submission of customs documents required to facilitate clearing of imported cargo. Where the required documents are not available, incumbent is to initiate corrective actions.
• To ensure opening of form m/lc application to import, timely order execution & documentation like pre & post shipment documents.
• Manage customs documentation for clearing and forwarding.
• Liaising with the shipping company on all issues with consignment
• Administering import procedures and documentations and effectively liaising with Nigerian customs / logistics, managing demurrages, port charges within specified norms.
• Managing seamless movement of the consignments to the destination.
• Liaising with regulatory agencies, monitoring compliance to regulatory requirements (nafdac, son, customs, nxp, banks, inspection agents etc.) and ensuring proper maintenance of requisite papers & documents.
• Coordinating with port authorities for various requirements connected the vessels handling at the ports.
• Renewal of relevant licenses for all company imported listed items and should be conversant to the procedures.
• Regular reporting and updates to key stakeholders across the business on all imported and exported orders/ shipments
• To ensure compliance with all procurement policy, customs, importation and financial regulation regarding importation and exportation of goods
• Provide the business with market insights on new government and regulatory policy as it affects importation or exportation.
• Ensure that the performance of the Operations Department is regularly evaluated through a Key Performance Indicator (KPI) system on a regular basis and leading to the implementation of action plans when necessary.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree with 2 - 5 years work experience.