Experience required: 2-3 years in logistics/cargo services/freight management
Job responsibility
Review and identify the customs documentation requirements
Liaising and advising suppliers on the various import regulations and requirements
Ensure that all documents called for by authorities are submitted promptly to ensure speedy clearance of goods and orders are correctly recorded in the customs and company’s systems
Verifying that orders are accurately filled by comparing items and quantities of goods gathered for delivery against documents
Calculating and processing duties and taxes to be paid
Arrange for payment of taxes and duties
Review and match issue documents to material to ensure correct item is being delivered to the warehouse
Liaise with officials in various agencies to ensure goods are cleared through customs
Arrange for transportation, warehousing or product distribution of imported or exported goods and liaise with Freight Forwarders
Should have good knowledge on import and export restrictions, tariff systems, insurance requirements and all other customs related matters
Handle good working relationship with customs authorities and other stakeholders in the industry
Provide regular and accurate reports on all cleared cargo and status of outstanding goods for clearance
Apart from customs clearance the candidate should be able to carry out other secretarial work such as and not limited to preparation/typing of various office documentation, keeping records and managing renewal of permits / licenses, providing various report to the management e.t.c
Your profile
Must hold a diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or related course
2-3 years relevant work Experience in logistics/cargo services/freight management
Certificate in Computer studies or relevant with high proficiency in Microsoft office
Must be conversant with the KRA clearance procedures and KENTRADE as well
Knowledge of documentation requirements and preparation Must have the ability to able to clear both Sea & Air shipments at the port as well as borders
An overall professional and positive attitude
Punctuality is must and flexible working hours
Good interpersonal relations, communication skills and possess a high degree of integrity, honesty and confidentiality
Must have knowledge of government procedures relating to imports & exports as well as knowledge of customs laws pertaining to Kenya as well as East and Central African countries
Applications should be sent to our email: jobs@summithrmc.com and should include your resume and cover letter addressing the position of interest quoting the job title as well as details of your current and expected salary, current position, email address and telephone contact
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jobs@summithrmc.com