Customs Compliance Coordinator at PEP

PURPOSE OF THE JOB 

Expedites the process of the import/export cargo with the clearing agent focussing on customs compliance and engaging with all governmental agencies such as SARS / BLNE revenue authorities / Port Health, etc. To facilitate clearance into and out of the country. Validates all shipments before sending them off to the clearing agents. Liaises and instructs various departments in the freight process. Assist with special projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Customs Compliance
• Verify information on suppliers' documents with PEP’s production database
• Building supplier logistical relationships on customs forums eg Exporters Club, SAAFF, etc
• Tracking and validation of critical events for Import shipments
• Compile exception reports and follow up on all documents outstanding as per critical events
• Work alongside the control tower to ensure compliance of on-time shipments
• Part of the decision-making team that facilitates the execution of the carrier and forwarding operations
• Forwarding / Order Management
• Gather data and assist with any reports required by seniors, managers, and execs
• Feedback to senior managers on any changes in customs legislation that might affect the business
• Compilation of weekly and month-end reports and ensuring that it is distributed to relevant stakeholders
• Product tariffing as per the harmonized customs and excise code 
• Assist the Tariff Specialist with ensuring that the correct tariff code per product is assigned to quotes/offers and orders on PLM / MMS
• Liaising with the buyers and suppliers to understand the technical specifications of the composition and construction of a product
• Ad-hoc projects / Tasks

Requirements

JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS 

• Matric
• Relevant degree/diploma (e.g. BCom (Maritime Law) or Supply Chain Logistics in import & export as well as formal training in Imports and Exports processes and SARS regulations.
• A minimum of 5 years of Import / Export experience is required if the Relevant Import / Export qualification has not been completed
• Knowledge of the Customs Modernization Act
• Knowledge of import & export processes and the regulatory requirements (e.g. Customs and Excise Act) related to the international movement of goods and financial processes
• Knowledge of Supply chain processes and systems
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, MS Word) or Google Suite
• Analytical skills
• Can communicate and build relationships with others
• Able to work independently
• Competencies required: Planning, organizing, and control; Detail Orientation; Stress Tolerance; Communication and Service Orientation.