Senior Customs Clerk

 

Recruiter:

SHARON NUROCK RECRUITMENT CC

Job Ref:

DUR002287/SN

Date posted:

Friday, June 10, 2022

Location:

Durban, South Africa


SUMMARY:
Our client, a leader in imports and exports, currently seeks an accurate and meticulous individual to join their growing division in Durban.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Matric.
  • Certification in Customs Clearing and Forwarding.
  • Diploma in Logistics - an advantage.
  • Minimum 4 years’ experience in a similar role within a large company.
  • Intermediate excel level.
  • Knowledge of Compuclear and Epicor.
  • Knowledge of Break Bulk & Bulk Shipments.
  • Knowledge of Import / Export Control Act - Prohibited & Restricted goods.
  • Solid clearing and forwarding exports experience.
  • Sound knowledge of Shipping documents and procedure.
  • Fluent in Tariff Heading Determination.
Overall Role Objectives:

1. Administration:
  • Receive and monitor documents, shipping instructions  and requests from clients & head office.
  • Prepare and complete files for invoicing, ensuring customer documents are delivered on time.
  • Raise Purchase Orders to suppliers.
  • Assist with any Logistics calculations on Imports and Export Shipments.
2. Client Service/Reporting:
  • Follow up on all client queries.
  • Communicate status reports to all clients.
  • Build and maintain relationships with all clients.
  • Conduct monthly client forecasts.
3. Import/Export Management:
  • Request for shipping details.
  • Ensure accurate details of Shipping Line Charges.
  • Liaise with third party service providers.
  • Capture and frame advanced billings and submit to SARS.
  • Submit Cargo Dues via system.
  • Process VOC's, Customs Refunds and Acquittals.
  • Check the accuracy of source documents.
  • Process Certificate Of Origins, EUR1, SADC and GSP Certificates.
  • Process landing delivery and forwarding orders.
  • Arrange Port Health, Plant Inspector, State Vet and NRCS releases.
  • Handle all Customs, SAPS and Borders Police stops until released.
  • Submit relevant documents to the Shipping Lines for final release.
  • Apply Import & Export Permits to the relevant departments.
  • Bond Store control.
  • Stay abreast of industry changes.
4. Costing and Estimates:
  • Prepare estimates for logistics quotes.
  • Negotiate best possible rates for ocean/air/road/rail to secure the business.
  • Control and manage companies export freight rates, note validities and update when necessary.
  • Assist with tender rate preparations.
  • Complete estimates and proposals as per company quote templates.
  • Update client rate schedules as and when required.
Competencies:
  • Client focused.
  • Hardworking.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Team player.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Entrepreneurship.

 

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