Job Description

• The Clearing Agents are responsible for ensuring the smooth movement of goods through customs and regulatory processes, acting as intermediaries between importers/exporters and government customs authorities, streamlining the customs clearance process and ensuring compliance with legal requirements

Responsibilities
Customs Clearance:

• Liaise with customs officials to ensure the timely release of goods.
• Handle customs queries and resolve issues that may arise during the clearance process.
• Arrangement for customs and other units for examination

Documentation Management:

• Verify the accuracy of documentation such as invoices, bills of lading, and shipping statements.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all customs documentation and transactions.
• Lodgement of Entry at the Log Room

Client Coordination:

• Communicate with clients to obtain necessary information and documentation for customs clearance.
• Provide updates to clients on the status of their shipments and address any concerns or questions they may have.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay updated with changes in customs regulations and ensure compliance with all local and international trade laws.
• Stay informed about changes in customs regulations, tariffs, and trade agreements, advising clients on potential impacts and opportunities

Logistics Coordination:

• Coordinate the logistics of transporting goods from the port to the final destination.
• Select appropriate transportation modes, negotiate freight rates, and oversee the movement of cargo by land

Physical Examination of Cargo:

• Arrange for the physical examination of cargo by customs officials.
• Engage with various customs units during the examination process.

Requirements

• Diplomas (OND) or degrees in business administration, logistics, international trade, or similar fields
• Vocational training or a Certified Customs Broker (CCB) certificate from the Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria (CRFFN) enhances credibility
• 1 – 3 yrs as Clearing Agents.
• Required age: 25 – 30 years.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of customs regulations and procedures.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Proficiency in logistics and supply chain management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within required timeframes
• Team player.