Job Opportunity: Customs Clearance Advisor

Customs Clearance Advisor M/f
Vacancy
1

Job Type

Contract

Responsibilities

• Follow-up the Customs Department and shipping agents to clear all imports and exports for

Business operations.

• Management of Freight Forwarding contracts.

• Review and control all tasks performed by Import/Export Assistants.

• Review and code export and import-related invoices to ensure prompt payment of third-party service providers.

• Coordinate receipt and processing of quality and quantity claims in relation to export cargos.

• Request quotes from Freight Forwarders eg, work shipments and approve the best offer.

• Advise internal customers on best Import/Export practices.

• Ensure Import/Export files are ready for customs audits and defend the Company’s interest.

• Ensure ATN/ATS (Normal and Temporary Admissions) imports are compliant with customs regulations in place.

• Ensure ratio letters are issued to freight forwarders on time and in compliance with custom regulations.

• Assist the Hydrocarbon Lifting Specialist, represent the Company and coordinate liftings at the

Massongo Terminal.

• Assist the Hydrocarbon Lifting Specialist, obtain all export licenses for the export of crude oil from Cameroon. (Ministries of Mines and Finance).

• Assist the Hydrocarbon Lifting Specialist, review and control all tasks performed by the Lifting

Operator.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Educational Requirements

• B.Sc. in Logistics & Transport / International Trade / Business Management / Supply Chain Management.

Experience Requirements

• At least 15 years’ experience in Customs Clearing.

• Sound knowledge of CEMAC Custom regulations.

• Awareness on the Petroleum Code.

• Working experience in the Oil & Gas Industry is preferred.

• Awareness on FX regulations, specifically for the Oil & Gas Sector.

• Ability to travel and work offshore.

• Fluency in English and French (spoken and written).

• A good team player.

Additional Requirements

• Responsible for the timely clearing of all Company material imports in liaison with freight forwarders.

• Working in an environment with no standardized laws and regulations.

• Maintain highly ethical business relationships with partners, government officials and shipping agents.

• Working with pressure from internal stakeholders to clear their equipment from Customs urgently.

• May have to work during weekends, public holidays, and nights.

• Coordinate and represent the Company’s interests during facelifts to ensure no unplanned demurrage fees.

Compensation And Other Benefits

Negotiable

Job Location

Douala, Douala, Cameroon

To apply :

Please send your CV to cameroon.office@hsd-melt.com   or on the platform https://mhd.hsd-melt.com/

Deadline:  Nov 25,2022