Customs Entry Clerk M/F

 

 

Customs Entry Clerk M/F

General Information

AGL (Africa Global Logistics) is the leading multimodal logistics operator (port, logistics, maritime and rail) in Africa. The company is now part of the MSC Group, a leading maritime and logistics company. 

Thanks to its expertise developed over more than a century and to more than 23,000 employees in 49 countries, AGL provides its African and global customers with global, tailor-made and innovative logistics solutions, with the ambition of contributing to the transformation of Africa in a sustainable way. 
AGL is also present in Haiti and Timor.

Are you looking for a rewarding experience in an international environment? Do you want to make an impact in a company that puts Africa at the heart of its project? 

Join AGL, the leading multimodal logistics operator on the African continent!   

Job description

Mission description

Assist companies that import or export products to stay in compliance within the customs law.

 

Profile

Job Function:

• Experience framing customs entries, both imports and exports on all modes
• Responsible to ensure that correct imports documentation is in place before
clearance (Clearing instructions; Transport documents/Manifest; commercial
invoice; packing list etc.)
• Must possess a good knowledge and understanding of SADC and EU Trade
Agreements
• Responsible to ensure that proper Customs Valuation procedures are followed
to avoid PCI penalties and application of customs valuation and
determination.
• Needs to have an excellent knowledge of Inco-terms
• Responsible to advise clients on various Imports requirements like Letter of
Origins, Imports Permits etc.
• An excellent knowledge of the geography of International trade is required
• Able to resolve all Stops and detentions
• Responsible to frame customs entries; for all modes of transport
• Responsible to ensure customs compliance
• Responsible for refunds
• Responsible to handle Stops and detains
• Responsible to manage physical examinations
• Day to day office administration
• To be fully aware of and comply with current responsibilities and requirements
of the relevant Acts, Regulations and standard applicable Quality, Health and
Safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe workplace.
• Report all hazards, incidents, and injuries in accordance with legislation and
company reporting procedures.
• Participate in programs and assessments to improve IMS system in the
workplace.
• Any other delegated tasks deemed as reasonable as assigned by the reporting
manager.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Computer Literacy
• 3 years + experience in a Customs role or similar
• Must have a good knowledge of Customs Tariff headings and classification
• Knowledge of Compu-Clearing/ CargoWise