Freight Coordinators, Declaration Clerks and Clearing Officers Jobs
in KenyaAn International freight, clearing and forwarding firm has the
following employment opportunities
(a) Freight Coordinators
2 Posts
Responsibilities
* Marketing and Business Development of the company’s
presence within the region(a) Freight Coordinators
2 Posts
Responsibilities
* Scheduling and tracking of shipments from Origin to destination.
* Negotiating rates with carriers and providing quotations to respective clients.
* Development and enhancement of customer relationships
* External interface and development of relationships with other industry bodies and governments
* Providing management Reports, Performance Metrics, Market Intelligence and Risk assessment
Qualifications:
Education:
* A University Degree in business.
* Professional Qualifications in Freight Forwarding or Logistics
Experience:
* Experience of 5 year in a reputable freight and logistics firm.
* Strong understanding of marketing and negotiating strategies.
* Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment while managing multiple priorities
* Proactive, energetic and self driven with excellent communication skills
* Excellent communication skills and exceptional customer service skills
* Expertise in rate quotation/international cargo routing.
* Must have knowledge of government procedures relating to imports & exports knowledge of customs laws pertaining to Kenya, east and central Africa.
* Sound Knowledge of the KRA Simba System
(b) Declaration Clerks
2 Posts
Responsibilities
* Undertake all declaration procedures for imports and exports
* Application of IDFs
* Advice the management on correct and most preferred course of action to overcome technicalities that may arise in declaration or operations.
* Bonds management and cancellation procedures
* Ensure correct use of the Kenya Revenue Authority Tariffs
* Ensure that correct values are used during declaration and other related procedures to avoid losses that may accrue as a result of penalties
* Proper filing and documentation.
Qualifications
* Must have over 4 years experience in the same capacity
* Must have a diploma in clearing & forwarding course from a recognized institution.
* Must demonstrate the ability to maintain good working relationships with all the stake holders in the field.
* Must be flexible in work habits and schedules,
* Must have knowledge of government procedures relating to imports & exports knowledge of customs laws pertaining to Kenya, east and central Africa.
* Sound Knowledge of the KRA Simba System
(c) Clearing Officers
2 Posts
Responsibilities
* Proper filing and documentation.
* Advice the management on correct and most preferred course of action to overcome technicalities that may arise in clearing operations.
* Ensure that shipments are cleared in time to avoid demurrage.
* Ensure the cleared shipments are delivered to the client premises and well acknowledged.
* Must have knowledge of government procedures relating to imports & exports knowledge of customs laws pertaining to Kenya, east and central Africa
Qualifications
* Must have a diploma in clearing & forwarding course from a recognized institution.
* Must have over 3 years experience in the same capacity
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong Analytical & Negotiating Skills.
* Knowledge in the clearing and forwarding procedures such as declaration of imports; sea freight & Airfreight.
* Sound knowledge of the KRA Simba System
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to the following address;
DN/A. 1223
P.O. Box 49387 - 00100
Nairobi
CV’s should be received not later than 29th February, 2012
