Customs & Shipping Documentation Officer

Responsibilities:

Document Preparation & Verification: Prepare, review, and organize complete clearance documentation, including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Bills of Lading (B/L), Single Goods Declaration (SGD), and Assessment Notices. Form M & PAAR Processing: Initiate, track, and manage Form M applications and Pre-Arrival Assessment Reports (PAAR) through authorized dealer banks and the Nigeria Single Window portal. Regulatory Compliance: Verify and coordinate regulatory permits and certificates, including SONCAP (PC/SC), NAFDAC approvals, and Customs Identification Numbers (TIN). HS Code Classification: Correctly classify imported/exported goods under the appropriate Harmonized System (HS) Codes to ensure accurate duty assessment. Data Entry & System Updates: Input trade data into shipping and customs systems accurately to avoid clearance delays or penalties. Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with customs brokers, shipping lines, terminal operators, and government agencies to resolve documentation discrepancies.

Requirements:

Minimum of an HND in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in shipping and customs documentation within a freight forwarding, logistics, or import/export company in Nigeria.