Position:
Organization: Ethiopian Engineering Corporation
The Senior Import Documentation Officer is responsible for managing all aspects of import documentation and ensuring compliance with international trade regulations. This role involves preparing and reviewing import documents, coordinating with customs brokers, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in import documentation, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage complex import processes and lead junior staffs to reach the excellence level required by the company. The officer is expected to provide regular updates to respective line managers through formal and informal communication ways.
Required Number: 2
Prepare and review import documents such as bills of loading, packing lists, and invoices.
Ensure compliance with customs and import regulations and address any discrepancies.
Maintain accurate records for each shipment, including compliance documents and transaction details.
Work with customs brokers to facilitate the smooth clearance of goods.
Respond to inquiries and resolve issues arising during customs inspections.
Ensure timely and compliant delivery of goods.
Coordinate with suppliers and logistics partners to track shipments and delivery timelines.
Maintain regular communication with vendors to ensure compliance with delivery schedules.
Monitor import expenses, including duties, taxes, and transportation costs, to maintain cost efficiency.
Assist in negotiating favorable terms with freight forwarders and other service providers.
Generate and present reports on import activities, delays, and cost metrics to management
Use data analytics to drive decision-making and improve import processes.
Education: BA Degree in Procurement or related field of study
Experience: 4 years of related work experience (experience at international company is an added advantage)
EYNOTE BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS ROLE
1. Ensure you fulfill the minimum set of requirements.
2. If you fulfill the above requirement, then you are expected to fill and submit the form using THIS LINK
3. All those that do not fulfill the above requirements will be rejected automatically.
4. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Note: use this Vacancy code - Hahu/Design 055/2025
Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Procurement or in a related field of study with relevant work experience Duties & Responsibilities: - Prepare and review import documents such as bills of loading, packing lists, and invoices. - Ensure compliance with customs and import regulations and address any discrepancies. - Maintain accurate records for each shipment, including compliance documents and transaction details. - Work with customs brokers to facilitate the smooth clearance of goods. - Respond to inquiries and resolve issues arising during customs inspections. - Ensure timely and compliant delivery of goods. - Coordinate with suppliers and logistics partners to track shipments and delivery timelines. - Maintain regular communication with vendors to ensure compliance with delivery schedules. - Monitor import expenses, including duties, taxes, and transportation costs, to maintain cost efficiency. How to Apply Apply using the provided link below Note: use this Vacancy code - Hahu/Design 055/2025Deadline: Oct 17, 2025, 12:00 AM
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Amount: 2