An International freight, clearing and forwarding firm has the following employment opportunities
2 Posts
Responsibilities
Marketing and Business Development of the company’s presence within the region
Scheduling and tracking of shipments from Origin to destination.
Negotiating rates with carriers and providing quotations to respective clients.
Development and enhancement of customer relationships
External interface and development of relationships with other industry bodies and governments
Providing management Reports, Performance Metrics, Market Intelligence and Risk assessment
Qualifications:
Education:
A University Degree in business.
Professional Qualifications in Freight Forwarding or Logistics
Experience:
Experience of 5 year in a reputable freight and logistics firm.
Strong understanding of marketing and negotiating strategies.
Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment while managing multiple priorities
Proactive, energetic and self driven with excellent communication skills
Excellent communication skills and exceptional customer service skills
Expertise in rate quotation/international cargo routing.
Must have knowledge of government procedures relating to imports & exports knowledge of customs laws pertaining to Kenya, east and central Africa.
Sound Knowledge of the KRA Simba System
2 Posts
Responsibilities
Undertake all declaration procedures for imports and exports
Application of IDFs
Advice the management on correct and most preferred course of action to overcome technicalities that may arise in declaration or operations.
Bonds management and cancellation procedures
Ensure correct use of the Kenya Revenue Authority Tariffs
Ensure that correct values are used during declaration and other related procedures to avoid losses that may accrue as a result of penalties
Proper filing and documentation.
Qualifications
Must have over 4 years experience in the same capacity
Must have a diploma in clearing & forwarding course from a recognized institution.
Must demonstrate the ability to maintain good working relationships with all the stake holders in the field.
Must be flexible in work habits and schedules,
Must have knowledge of government procedures relating to imports & exports knowledge of customs laws pertaining to Kenya, east and central Africa.
Sound Knowledge of the KRA Simba System
2 Posts
Responsibilities
Proper filing and documentation.
Advice the management on correct and most preferred course of action to overcome technicalities that may arise in clearing operations.
Ensure that shipments are cleared in time to avoid demurrage.
Ensure the cleared shipments are delivered to the client premises and well acknowledged.
Must have knowledge of government procedures relating to imports & exports knowledge of customs laws pertaining to Kenya, east and central Africa
Qualifications
Must have a diploma in clearing & forwarding course from a recognized institution.
Must have over 3 years experience in the same capacity
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong Analytical & Negotiating Skills.
Knowledge in the clearing and forwarding procedures such as declaration of imports; sea freight & Airfreight.
Sound knowledge of the KRA Simba System
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to the following address;
DN/A. 1223
P.O. Box 49387 - 00100
Nairobi
CV’s should be received not later than 29th February, 2012
Freight Coordinators
2 Posts
Responsibilities
Marketing and Business Development of the company’s presence within the region
Scheduling and tracking of shipments from Origin to destination.
Negotiating rates with carriers and providing quotations to respective clients.
Development and enhancement of customer relationships
External interface and development of relationships with other industry bodies and governments
Providing management Reports, Performance Metrics, Market Intelligence and Risk assessment
Qualifications:
Education:
A University Degree in business.
Professional Qualifications in Freight Forwarding or Logistics
Experience:
Experience of 5 year in a reputable freight and logistics firm.
Strong understanding of marketing and negotiating strategies.
Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment while managing multiple priorities
Proactive, energetic and self driven with excellent communication skills
Excellent communication skills and exceptional customer service skills
Expertise in rate quotation/international cargo routing.
Must have knowledge of government procedures relating to imports & exports knowledge of customs laws pertaining to Kenya, east and central Africa.
Sound Knowledge of the KRA Simba System
Declaration Clerks
2 Posts
Responsibilities
Undertake all declaration procedures for imports and exports
Application of IDFs
Advice the management on correct and most preferred course of action to overcome technicalities that may arise in declaration or operations.
Bonds management and cancellation procedures
Ensure correct use of the Kenya Revenue Authority Tariffs
Ensure that correct values are used during declaration and other related procedures to avoid losses that may accrue as a result of penalties
Proper filing and documentation.
Qualifications
Must have over 4 years experience in the same capacity
Must have a diploma in clearing & forwarding course from a recognized institution.
Must demonstrate the ability to maintain good working relationships with all the stake holders in the field.
Must be flexible in work habits and schedules,
Must have knowledge of government procedures relating to imports & exports knowledge of customs laws pertaining to Kenya, east and central Africa.
Sound Knowledge of the KRA Simba System
Clearing Officers
2 Posts
Responsibilities
Proper filing and documentation.
Advice the management on correct and most preferred course of action to overcome technicalities that may arise in clearing operations.
Ensure that shipments are cleared in time to avoid demurrage.
Ensure the cleared shipments are delivered to the client premises and well acknowledged.
Must have knowledge of government procedures relating to imports & exports knowledge of customs laws pertaining to Kenya, east and central Africa
Qualifications
Must have a diploma in clearing & forwarding course from a recognized institution.
Must have over 3 years experience in the same capacity
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong Analytical & Negotiating Skills.
Knowledge in the clearing and forwarding procedures such as declaration of imports; sea freight & Airfreight.
Sound knowledge of the KRA Simba System
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to the following address;
DN/A. 1223
P.O. Box 49387 - 00100
Nairobi
CV’s should be received not later than 29th February, 2012