Ocean Import / Export Specialist at Smiles Import & Export Limited

Smiles Import and Export is a Nigeria-registered logistics firm with sister companies Smiles Motors LLC & Smiles Logistics Group based in Highland Indiana, USA.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Ocean Import / Export Specialist

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We’re currently seeking a Ocean Import / Eport Specialist withwho will be responsible for the daily operation of planning, executing and providing documentation for the logistical processes of import/Eport shipments.
• As a key contributor to the movement of inventory, this position will work closely with internal and external customers, shipping lines, freight forwarders, cargo owners, and customs brokers to proactively manage the logistics process and is responsible for tariff publishing, flow of communication regarding the status of inventory in the supply chain.

How you will contribute

• Obtain rates daily or weekly from shipping lines and publish the same in our Tariff platform
• Negotiate Rates Agreements with bulk shipping customers and publish same
• Tracks open purchase orders and ensures on-time delivery by monitoring port or rail cuts-off, and communicating status and ETA information to internal stakeholders and customers
• Acts as a liaison between Suppliers, Forwarders, Cargo owners,and Customs Brokers to facilitate clearance procedures and resolve any issues.
• Maintain accurate records, analyze data, and generate insightful reports to support decision-making processes.
• Audit freight bills for pricing/billing discrepancies and ensure properly coded for payment purposes.
• Secures freight quotes and arranges for cost-effective transportation of import/Export shipments and manages it through delivery.
• Reviews Vendor Routing Guide to provide correct shipping and documentation instructions to vendors.

What you will bring and skills that excite us

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 3 or more years of experience in Supply Chain, international logistics, or Ocean/Air transportation.
• Ability to understand and interpret Harmonized Tariff Codes and extensive knowledge of import and export rules and regulations.
• Familiarity with international logistics operations including all transportation modes - air, ocean, rail, truck.
• Knowledge of Import/Eportregulations.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a time-sensitive environment.
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Experience with customs regulations, preparing and submitting customs documentation such as commercial invoices and packing lists.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume with a Cover Letter stating why he/she is the perfect match for the job description to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: No Resume would be reviewed without a Cover Note.