Customs Specialist - Africa

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We’re looking for Customs Specialist in Africa and the main job function is to ensure efficient, compliant and cost-effective import and export movement of equipment across international borders ensuring that the key disciplines of customs compliance, classification, valuation, country of origin (both preferential and non-preferential), special procedures (e.g. duty reliefs and facilitations), documentation and recordkeeping are adhered to in the African region.

Why Aggreko?

• The position will be based in the Aggreko Africa office (Senegal or South Africa)
• Competitive compensation package
• Industry-leading benefit plans including medical insurance
• Continuous training and development with career growth opportunities
• Safety-focused culture

What you’ll do:

• Monitor and ensure that all shipments comply with African customs regulations and international trade agreements.
• Advise the company on necessary licenses, permits, and certifications required for cross-border trade.
• Keep up-to-date on changes in customs policies, tariffs, and regulations in African countries and communicate relevant updates to stakeholders.
• Prepare and review import/export documents, including invoices, bills of lading, certificates of origin, etc.
• Ensure all paperwork complies with country-specific customs procedures.
• Work with freight forwarders/customs brokers to submit accurate and timely customs declarations to African customs authorities to facilitate the smooth import and export of goods.
• Manage and track the status of shipments through customs to ensure timely delivery.
• Analyse customs tariffs, duties, and taxes applicable to goods being imported or exported across Africa.
• Ensure proper classification of goods in accordance with the Harmonized System.
• Identify potential customs compliance risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Work with local customs authorities to resolve any issues or disputes regarding shipments.
• Advise on customs-related issues impacting supply chain efficiency.
• Serve as a liaison between Aggreko and customs authorities, freight forwarders, and other stakeholders.
• Provide expert advice to internal teams on customs matters and import/export best practices.
• Provide training to internal teams on customs compliance and procedures.
• Support and advise operational teams on handling customs-related issues in day-to-day logistics.

You’ll have the following skills and experience:

• Deep understanding of African customs regulations, in particular customs special regimes, classification/tariffs, valuation and origin.
• 5 years of experience in customs, logistics, international trade, or a related field, with a focus on African markets.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Process focused with high attention to detail when handling documents and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Ability to analyse complex customs data and provide actionable insights, audit and investigation skills.

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