Job Summary:The incumbent will be responsible for all logistics, warehousing, clearing and forwarding activities required by the organisation. He/she will coordinate all custom clearing activities which includes documentation of transactions, follow up with clearing agents as well as other related tasks in line with the organisation’s policies & proceduresResponsibilitiesAre you the one we are looking for? Then you should know that you would be responsible for the following:Logistics
Establish and implement logistics procedures in line with organizational requirements
Coordinate logistics activities for all units
Ensure accurate product packaging and timely delivery of products
Prepare weekly progress report of activities
Perform any other assignment that may be given from time to time by superior officers
Clearing & Forwarding
Follow up consignment arrival and clearing agent needed for each shipment;
Liaising with Port authorities & customs officials, monitoring compliance to regulatory requirements and maintaining requisite papers & documents
Properly handle both original and copies of waybills and other important documents.
Preparation of duty estimation/letters & follow up with payment;
Opening of form M / LC (Application to import)
Liaising with accredited clearing agent for the clearing of good at destination (Apapa , Tin can island and airport as the case maybe)
Liaising with the shipping company on all issues with consignment
Administering import procedures as well as documentations.
Managing demurrages, port charges within specified norms.
Warehouse management
Effective management of warehouse inventory
Ensure complete documentation of all goods
Ensure proper documentation that allows quick and efficient release of goods from the warehouse.
Desired Competencies & Experience
To be selected for this role, you should be able to demonstrate the following competencies
OND/HND or BSc degree in a relevant field
1-2 years’ experience in a logistics firm
Be conversant with all activities in shipping management especially in the area of clearing and forwarding
Have a deep knowledge of Nigeria imports processes
Ability to manage customs documentation for clearing and forwarding
Good verbal and written communication skills
You must be an honest, diligent and hard working person
Physically fit
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications
Do you have what it takes? Then we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and Cover Letters to applications@thejobmag.com to apply
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