Good hands experience and in depth knowledge on Custom laws and Clearance procedures especially in SEZs and preferably in FTWZs.
Should possess good knowledge of pre & post shipment documentation, tariff & Air/Sea cargo Clearance Procedure.
Knowledge to prepare the checklist/bill of entry/shipping bill etc.
Manage all customs related activities, including the filing and processing of customs documentation for imports, exports, and re-exports.
Ensure compliance with all relevant customs regulations and Free Trade Zone (FTZ) guidelines.
Coordinate with customs authorities to obtain necessary clearances and approvals.
Oversee the movement of goods within the FTWZ, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
Liaise with internal teams, such as logistics, warehousing, and operations, to ensure the smooth flow of goods.
Provide expert advice on customs procedures and regulations to internal stakeholders.
Maintain and update records of customs transactions in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Handle any customs related issues or disputes that may arise.
KRAs:-
Liasoning with Customs officers at FTWZ, Sea and Airports.
Guiding and instructing the team (including H-card holders) for clearance procedures and activities.
Timely clearances of all shipments at the branch
Building and Maintaining repo with customs and related officers
Maintaining documentations, BOEs and records.
Perform and implement all custom clearance activities such as following up-coming Shipment, documents transactions and day-to-day related activities in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures.
Coordinating with Warehousing team and CRMs for shipments planning
Valid G Card with thorough knowledge of customs regulations and procedures.
Minimum of 35 years of experience in customs operations, preferably within a Free Trade Zone or similar environment.
Strong understanding of import/export documentation and procedures.
Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in relevant software and tools used for customs documentation and reporting.