EXPORT EXECUTIVE

Dar es Salaam
Full time
20-May-2024
Job category

LOGISTICS

Description

Duties and responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage all aspects of export logistics, including scheduling, documentation, and customs compliance.
  • Prepare shipping documents, such as commercial invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading, ensuring accuracy and compliance with international trade regulations.
  • Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely and accurate preparation of export orders, including picking, packing, and labelling of goods.
  • Coordinate with freight forwarders to arrange transportation of goods, negotiate rates, and ensure on-time delivery.
  • Monitor and track shipments, providing regular updates to internal stakeholders and customers, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
  • Work closely with customs brokers to ensure compliance with customs regulations, including the preparation and submission of required documentation.
  • Maintain and update shipping records, tracking systems, and databases to ensure accurate and accessible information.
  • Resolve any shipping-related issues, such as delays, damages, or discrepancies, by coordinating with relevant parties and implementing corrective actions

      REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree in International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2 years experience in export operations in the logistics or freight forwarding industry.
  • Strong understanding of international trade regulations, INCO terms, and export documentation requirements.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers, vendors, and colleagues.
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications and export-related software systems.
  • Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and quality in documentation and record-keeping.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.