Our Client, a renowned multinational courier company and a leader in its industry, is currently seeking aCustoms Clearance Manager lighten-up its operations in Nigeria.
Our preferred candidate will be expected to, in addition to other functions, ensure the most timely and accurate Customs clearance of consignments and develop initiatives that will improve quality of service and increase overall “customer-experience”
Key Job Functions
Represent company’s interests at Customs Regulatory forums with professionalism and integrity
Act as strong representative in discussions negotiations with customs authoriries other border agencies
Work closely with the Operations Management team to identify. Develop and prioritize initiatives that will improve the quality of service to customers, inbound/outbound transit time and the overall cost position
Implement a sound customs strategy with programs and projects developed in line with the key aspirations of improved clearance performance and reduced cost
Identify opportunities, both internal and external and recommend initiatives that will facilitate the customs clearance process
Identify opportunities and impediments in the areas of international trade facilitation, export incentive schemes, trade and policy development and bilateral and multilateral country agreements and work with country management to implement solutions
Ensure company’s customs processes are in compliance with all local laws, regulations practices
Relevant Skills Qualification
Experience gained through country import/export industry at a senior level
2 years experience at a managerial level
Experience gained in a similar environment will be considered an advantage
Establish network of contacts within the customs and regulatory environment
Presentation skills
University degree or equivalent education
If you believe you can match the demands of this role, kindly forward your profile to vacancies@adeccong.com no later than 22nd September 2011
Only qualified candidates will be contacted subsequently.
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