Import/Export Specialist

Recruiter:

iStaff Recruitment

Job Ref:

CPT000655/CB

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Location:

Winelands, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
We require a highly organised and detail-oriented Import/Export Specialist to manage and oversee our international trade operations. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and compliant flow of goods across borders, adhering to all relevant national and international trade regulations. This critical role requires a deep understanding of customs procedures, documentation requirements, and logistics coordination.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12
Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Shipping, International Trade or related
A minimum of 5 years experience in Customs Clearing or Freight Forwarding
Experienced with customs regulations and SARS requirements for imports and exports
Experience with customers software and clearing systems

Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee and organize the filing of correct import and export paperwork (e.g., customs declarations, sales invoices, shipping documents, authorizations).
Execute the customs release procedure according to the rules of the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and other governing organizations.
Create, keep current, and revise all customs-related files, such as tariff classifications, duty calculations, and import/export licenses.
Remain informed about current South African customs laws, tariffs, and global trade regulations to guarantee complete adherence in all operations.
Determine the correct amounts for duties, taxes, and other associated customs charges, making sure payments are on time to prevent fines.
Communicate with customs officers, shipping companies, freight handlers, and third-party logistics providers to enable trouble-free customs processing.
Collaborate with internal departments, like logistics and finance, to synchronize customs operations with company aims.
Rectify any problems or inconsistencies with customs officials, shipping papers, or tariffs.
Generate summaries showing customs duties, taxes remitted, and overall customs clearance effectiveness.
Make sure all records are current for audits and compliance reviews.

PLEASE NOTE: Thank you for your interest in this position, we will review and be in touch if you are suitable.

Due to the amount of applications we receive for each position, we are unable to respond to each one individually. Please accept your application as unsuccessful if you had no feedback within 7 days of applying. Your CV will remain on our database and we will be in touch for other suitable positions.

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