Customs Clearance Manager

Job description

Huachen International Supply Chain Limited seeks to employ a Customs Clearance Manager in the Clearance Department to join its growing team.

Position Details

• Position: Customs Clearance Manager (X1)
• Department: Clearance
• Location: Ndola, Sakania Yard
• Gross Salary: ZMW20,000.00 to ZMW35,000.00 per month, negotiable for outstanding candidates

Job Purpose

To oversee all customs clearance activities and provide support and guidance to the customs clearance team.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Able to connect customer documents and complete communication with customers.
2. Maintain relationships between official and external agencies, including commodity inspection, maritime, ports and other government regulatory departments.
3. Lead and manage the customs clearance operation team, including distribution, guidance and training of daily work.
4. Establish, optimize and supervise implementation of the company’s customs clearance operation process and compliance system to ensure zero major operational risks.
5. Closely monitor the latest policy developments of customs, tax and relevant government departments, and timely interpret and formulate internal response strategies.

Qualifications and Experience

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Clearing and Forwarding, International Trade or a related field.
2. At least eight (8) years of working experience in the customs/clearance field, including 3 years in team management experience.
3. Relevant qualification certificates, such as customs declarers, are an added advantage.
4. Strong awareness and rigour of risk prevention and control.
5. Excellent problem-solving ability, ability to work under pressure and multi-tasking ability.
6. Familiar with office software and customs clearance operating systems.

Other Requirements

1. Must reside in Ndola, Kitwe or the surrounding area.
2. Excellent communication and coordination skills.
3. Problem solving and pressure resistance.
4. Leadership and team building.
5. Proficient in Zambian customs clearance regulations.

Note: All interviews are strictly in-person at the Sakania Yard in Ndola.

Method of Application

Interested candidates should send cover letters, qualifications and CVs with at least three (3) traceable references as a single PDF document to:

Email: hr2@huachen-zam.com

Indicate the position applied for in the subject line of your email.