GE is an advanced technology, services and capital company with the scale, resources and expertise to take on the world’s toughest challenges. Dedicated to innovation in the areas of energy, health, transportation and infrastructure, we're committed to leadership, partnership and human progress.
We are currently recruiting for the position of:
Position Title: Customs COE Leader
Job Number: 1616964
Career Level: Experienced
Function: Business Management
Function Segment: Executive Management
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Role Summary/Purpose:
The Customs COE Leader demonstrates accountability for functional, business, and broad company objectives.In this role you will integrate and develop processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional areas of expertise, be involved in long-term planning, and contribute to the overall business strategy.
Responsibilities:
- Direct functional area of business, translate concepts, develop strategy and implement change.
- Ensure that shipments meet all applicable laws to facilitate the import and export of goods.
- Plan, execute, and manage the customs function across SSA.
- Act as the customs leadership focal point for all customs matters in SSA for the businesses.
- Develop and implement standardized processes and strategies across platforms and customers.
- Provide advice to other functional areas and demonstrates leadership in communicating business goals/programs/processes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
- 10 years of experience in an import/export or logistics role
- Ability to work in a team environment with strong project management skills
- Has the experience or expertise to solve problems.
- Six Sigma training is preferred
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Ability to develop and execute objectives for self and others.
- Ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals.
Application Closing Date:
10th October, 2012
Method Of Application:
Interested candidates should