Import / Export Documentation Officer at DRYVA Logistics

DRYVA Logistics is an integrated logistics company, providing end to end supply chain management solutions. Our portfolio covers Trucking, Warehousing, Barge Operations, Private Jetty Terminals, and Freight Forwarding. We are currently expanding our operation in Nigeria, and commencing market entry into other countries in Africa. We are building a team of top talents who can grow fast into senior leadership.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Import / Export Documentation Officer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Obtain accurate Check List and check all documents to avoid errors, identify missing documents, and/or identify potential issues.
• Opening of form M / LC Application to import, and NXP for export.
• Handle timely order execution & documentation like Pre & Post shipment documents.
• Process and examine required shipping documents as per rules and regulations in line with Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) guidelines.
• Liaise with suppliers/vendor to ensure submission of correct pro-forma invoice suitable for establishing form M and LC in line with import guidelines and regulations.
• Ensure draft copies of documents are in line with established approved Purchasing Order (PO).
• Verify that orders are accurately filled by comparing items and quantities of goods gathered for delivery against documents.
• Collect and submit foreign exchange control documents (FECD).
• Process import documentation and processing of permit such as SON, import permit, SON product certificate, SONCAP, NESREA permit, NAFDAC import permit
• Classify goods to tariff coding system and calculating import duty and tax payable in advance.
• Ensure that all documents called for by authorities are submitted promptly to ensure speedy clearance of goods and orders are correctly recorded in the customs and company's systems
• Liaise with Port authorities & customs officials, monitoring compliance to regulatory requirements, and maintaining requisite papers & documents.
• Exhibit a strong professional knowledge of Airwaybills and Bill of Ladings.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all import and export activities, including shipment details, documentation, and compliance with regulations.
• Ensure that all documentation is complete, accurate, and properly filed, and that all deadlines and requirements are met.
• Resolve any discrepancies or issues related to documentation or shipments, working with relevant stakeholders to ensure a satisfactory resolution
• Prepare daily progress report and send to Head Office before the close of the business.
• Any other assignment that may be given from time to time.

Qualifications

• Graduate of any discipline with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in Freight Forwarding and Supply Chain Management in General.
• Proficiency in international documentation for imports / exports, LC, Shipping processes, bill of lading.
• Must have very strong knowledge of the customs and Excise HS Code and Explanatory notes.
• The candidate should be very conversant with customs tariff act, clearing and forwarding procedures, and clearance of goods at Airports and Seaports.
• Good communication skills - oral and written.
• Relationship Management.
• Must have appropriate knowledge of inspection agents, Banks, shipping companies, and Terminals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (primarily Excel and Word)
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2024.