Imports Assistant at Hotpoint Appliances Ltd

Job Purpose

• Document preparation, import coordination with concerned agencies such as customs and relevant government agencies

 Roles and responsibilities

• Verification of pre imports documents to ensure correctness and compliance
• Registration of customs entries for all regimes- exports, imports, transits, exemptions and transfer of ownerships
• Follow up with KRA, Kentrade and other government agencies for approval of entries, IDFS and other permits respectively
• Ensure timely resolving of declaration issues with authorities
• Attend meetings and forums especially those related to custom declarations
• Advise product managers on estimates of duties and taxes as required
• Advise management on the correct and most preferred course of action to overcome technicalities that may arise in clearance
• Support on exports documents preparations and reservation of stocks from Bonded Warehouse
• Prepare reports as may be required from time to time
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

Qualification and Experience

• Diploma in Clearing & Forwarding, Supply chain or Logistics or any other relevant field. 
• Knowledge in imports, export processes. 
• Proficient in MS office and logistics software. 
• Thorough knowledge of TFP, TRADEX, ASYCUDA, Kentrade & ICMS online platforms
• Minimum experience of 2 years in imports or export department in a formal environment. 
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and working under minimal supervision. 
• Understanding of Customs and KRA regulation. 
• Understanding of airfreight and sea freight clearance
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and work under minimal supervision

 Key Skills:

• Excellent people /customer/client service skills. 
• Good organizational skills. 
• High attention to detail, excellent analytical and computer skills. 
• High level of integrity, excellent administrative and organizational skills. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Good report writing skills