Customs Clearance Coordinator

About the role
This role will be handling back office customs clearance operations for Dubai.

Responsibilities:

The Customs Clearance Specialist is responsible for efficiently managing the customs clearance process for both agent-nominated shipments and local consignees.
This role involves coordinating with various stakeholders, including shipping line agents, consignees, and internal teams, to ensure smooth and timely customs clearance and delivery.

? Coordinate cargo delivery upon BOE approval.
? Liaise with transporters for Proof of Delivery (POD) and invoice processing.
? Arrange customs submission as per regulatory requirements.
? Coordinate customs inspection if necessary.
? Obtain finance approval for duty deposit shipments before proceeding.
? Coordinate with clients to arrange advance deposits when required.
? Follow up with clients on document submission for refund claims.
? Arrange Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) attestation when needed

About you:

? Bachelor's degree or Diploma in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
? Previous experience in customs clearance or freight forwarding preferred.
? Knowledge of customs regulations and procedures.
? Familiarity with customs clearance software and systems.
? Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
? Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
? Proficiency in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
? A willingness to adapt to changing regulations and industry practices.