Supply Chain Officer at Givanas Group of Companies

Responsibilities

• Analyse import and export documentation for incoming and outgoing shipments and ensure accuracy of documentation and verify compliance standard
• Responsible to have Import and export systems updated as needed or localy defined in the country including data and document storage
• Accountable for performance factors related to shipping guidelines in the country
• Manage day to day the clearing agent operations and ensure performances are monitored targeting a lead and cost reductions.
• Responsible and accountable to ensure all import and export duty tariff codes are correctly applied to all incoming and outgoing shipments
• Manage day to day customs and Trade compliance issues and reports as per compliance stated
• Coordinate with Finance department and arrange payments for custom duties/levies, and other clearing and forwarding payments as per requirements
• Establish new and maintain existing procedures necessary to remain in compliance with Nigerian Customs legal requirements
• Manage the movement of products/equipment/materials in and/or out of the country in accordance with organizational policy and procedure, and to comply with relevant local, country and international law and process, from the date we open the Form M until the shipment is cleared and Delivered

Preferred Skills

• It is essential that the individual have an extensive knowledge of the Nigerian Import Industry.
• Strong analytical skills with good Excel knowledge are al so important, as you’ll frequently produce both routine and ad-hoc reports and analysis, making recommendations to ensure the best approach is adopted at all times to satisfy both commercial and operational requirements
• Duty Drawback experienceExperience Required
• Minimum of 3 years cognate experience in a Clearing & Forwarding Company in Nigeria.
• Must have Operational knowledge of the Njgerian Ports / Terminals and government agencies.
• Must have knowledge of proper clearing and haulage documentation for both import and export.
• Must have appropriate Knowledge of Inspection agents, Banks, Shipping Companies and Terminals.
• Must have the ability to handle customs and shipping companies for Imports, temporary importation, and Exports
•  Must have knowledge of the Customs and Excise HS Code and Explanatory notes.• Must be based in Lagos Nigeria.