Import Documentation - Assistant Manager at BUA Cement Plc

BUA Cement Plc is the result of a merger between CCNN Plc and Obu Cement Company Plc (formerly Obu Cement Company Limited). Cement Company of Northern Nigeria (CCNN) was incorporated in 1962 and commenced operations in 1967, with an installed capacity of 100,000 mtpa at Kalambaina, Sokoto State.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Import Documentation - Assistant Manager

Location: Km 10, Kalambaina Road, Sokoto
Reporting to: Head, Clearing & Logistics

Objectives

• This individual will specialize in implementing a cost-effective import documentation for imported consignments with a view to achieve a timely clearance of the items from the ports/boarder entries in accordance with the company’s import policies & procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Obtaining necessary approvals for import from relevant Government agencies (e.g NCS, SON, NAFDAC, etc)
• To support procurement/Finance department in establishing Form M and other import related documentation.
• To relate with suppliers and provide necessary information in preparing shipping documents.
• To liaise with suppliers, Banks, Customs, clearing agents/field officers, terminal operators, shipping agencies for the purpose of obtaining a timely clearance of imported consignments.
• To maintain a register covering all kinds of imports, nature of goods and statuses of their clearing processes.

Requirements / Key Competencies

• B.Sc / HND in transport planning/management, social sciences, or any related field.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in similar positions.
• Certification with Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport.
• CILT/Chartered Institute of purchasing & Supply Management.
• CIPSM/Certified Institute of Shipping.
• CIS and any other relevant professional qualifications.
• Strong communication, negotiation & leadership skills-Proficient in MS Suites (e.g Word, Excel & Powerpoint).
• Advance knowledge of Nigeria’s import guidelines.
• A good team leader.

Application Closing Date
1st August, 2023.