Port Clearing Officer at Zenith Carex International Limited

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.