Vacancy title:
Import Officer
Jobs at:
Steel and Tube IndustriesDeadline of this Job:
Sunday, September 15 2024
Summary
Date Posted: Sunday, September 08 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Qualifications:
• Relevant degree in Imports, Logistics
Experience:
• 5-7 Years
Responsibilities:
• Manage the entire procurement process of the organization
• Ensure no storage & no demurrage on import shipments
• Closely liaise with Forwarders, Clearing Agents and Port authorities for smooth delivery of shipment to plant
• Develop and implement strategies for cost savings and efficiency improvements
• Import document verification, confirmation & correct HSCode declaration by agent
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and services to meet production needs
• Liaise with Finance department for Advance Payments based on priorities and update suppliers
• Monitor the import cycle very closely from order confirmation to shipment to vessel monitoring to loading at Mombasa and delivery to Kampala
• Ensure original documents are submitted to shipping lines / agents in time to avoid any kind of delay
• Liaise with Inventory stores / consumables stores for priority deliveries from Mombasa
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies
• Establish and maintain relationships with key supplier
• Effective team management for optimum output
• Ensure safe work procedures and environmental guidelines complied with, for zero penalties from respective authorities
• Prepare various MIS reports and monitor KPIs for optimum performance
Authority:
• Reports to the Operations Manager
Interfaces: (titles of people you deal with, e.g. from other departments, sections, customers)
• Cross functional departments (Admin, Sales, Finance, PPIC, Stores)
• Peers, direct reporting team members (operations & maintenance).
Safety, Environmental & Health responsibilities and Ethics:
• Ensure cleanliness in and around the workplace
• Ensure security of cargo, company staff and property
• Promote health and safety at the workplace
• Encourage teamwork for the purpose of a smooth and prosperous management
• Help create a culture and atmosphere of hard work and high personal integrity
• Safeguard the company’s systems and Terms and Conditions of employment
Requirements:
• In depth understanding of Import process and customs clearance procedure
• Ability to communicate in clear and understandable manner
• Ability to handle team
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
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