Senior Import Officer

Job Summary: Collaborate with the Import Manager to coordinate end-to-end import-related activities.

Responsibilities:

• Process Form ‘M’ for every importation
• Process Letters of Credit (L/C)
• Review and confirm shipping documents from suppliers
• Liaise with banks and Nigeria Customs to facilitate the issuance of PAAR
• Accurate computation and payment of customs duty
• Effectively negotiate with Third Party Logistics Providers (3PL) to achieve seamless and cost-effective clearing of good
• Liaise with accounts department to ensure prompt payment of duty and other charges
• Process Insurance claims
• Maintain up-to-date records of all importation data including documents that may be required for Insurance claims
• Prompt processing of refunds with shipping and terminal operators
• Prepare periodic reports and suggests improvements that will enhance performance.
• Ensure health & safety rules are maintained at the warehouses.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Imports & Logistics Manager.

Education/Certifications: Degree in Marketing, Business, Finance or any other related field

Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.

Skills/Values/Attitudes:

• Good analytical/numerical skills
• Excellent communication and written skills
• Good Negotiation Skills
• Strong ability to work under pressure
• Able to Multi-task/prioritize
• Excellent use of MS Office Packages
• Entrepreneurship
• Agility
• Performance
• Speaking honestly
• Be optimistic and bold
• Overcome stress
• Take medium & long-term goals on board
• Be a decision maker
• Succeed with the team
• Be a role model and respectful