Customs Clearance Specialist

FLEX ONE SOLUTIONS FOR SHIPPING SERVICES LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 96,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

FLEX ONE SOLUTIONS FOR SHIPPING SERVICES LLC is seeking a Customs Clearance Specialist to manage all customs clearance operations for imports and exports. You will ensure compliance with regulations and prepare documentation for shipments, coordinating with customs authorities to secure timely clearance.

The role requires handling invoices, packing lists and certificates of origin, inputting data into the ATPL system, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience handling all customs clearance for imports/exports.
• Knowledge of customs procedures and regulations.
• Strong documentation skills for invoices, packing lists, origin certificates.
• Excellent communication with clients and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Manage customs clearance processes for shipments via land, air, and sea.
• Ensure adherence to established procedures and policies.
• Verify that required documents are in place before shipment departure or arrival.
• Input shipment data into the ATPL system to complete clearance procedures.
• Meet all operational requirements related to import and export shipments.
• Monitor movement of shipments and provide clients with updates on status.
• Communicate with clients regarding shipment status and maintain positive relationships.
• Track and prepare necessary documentation for customs clearance operations.
• Prepare bills of lading and invoices, ensuring timely submission to clients.
• Review vendor invoices related to shipments before issuing final invoices.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports.
• Coordinate with transportation companies and freight forwarders at border crossings.
• Ensure compliance with product regulations and standards for smooth clearance.
• Assist suppliers in preparing required documentation for customs authorities.
• Collaborate with customs officials to resolve issues during clearance.
• Calculate duties and taxes and submit to authorities on behalf of suppliers.
• Stay updated on changes in regulations and advise on impact.

Skills

Customs clearance

Documentation management

Client communication

Attention to detail

Tools

ATPL system

Job description

Job description

A Customs Clearance Specialist is required to handle all customs clearance operations for imports and exports. This role involves ensuring compliance with customs regulations and preparing necessary documentation for shipments. The specialist will be responsible for coordinating with customs authorities and ensuring timely clearance of goods.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing all customs clearance processes for shipments through land borders, airports, and seaports.
• Ensuring adherence to established procedures and policies.
• Verifying that all required documents are in place before shipment departure or arrival, including invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin.
• Inputting shipment data into the customs clearance system (ATPL) to complete clearance procedures.
• Meeting all operational requirements related to import and export shipments.
• Monitoring the movement of shipments from the point of departure to the final destination and providing clients with regular updates on their shipment status.
• Communicating with clients regarding shipment status and maintaining positive relationships to enhance future collaboration opportunities.
• Taking full responsibility for tracking and preparing necessary documentation for customs clearance operations.
• Preparing bills of lading and invoices, ensuring timely submission to clients.
• Reviewing vendor invoices related to shipments before issuing final invoices to clients.
• Preparing and submitting monthly reports.
• Coordinating with transportation companies and freight forwarders at border crossings to ensure efficient delivery and receipt operations.
• Ensuring compliance with product regulations and standards to guarantee the speed and efficiency of customs clearance.
• Assisting suppliers in preparing required documentation for customs authorities to clear imported goods.
• Collaborating with customs officials to resolve any issues or disputes that may arise during the customs clearance process.
• Calculating customs duties and taxes due and submitting them to customs authorities on behalf of suppliers.
• Staying updated on changes in customs regulations and providing guidance to suppliers on how these changes may affect their import operations.
• Coordinating with freight forwarders and other stakeholders involved in the import process to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Maintaining accurate records of all imported goods and related documentation.
• Resolving any issues or disputes that may arise during the customs clearance process, including those related to customs inspections.
• Representing suppliers in discussions with customs authorities or other governmental entities regarding import regulations or trade disputes.

Skills

• Expertise in managing all customs clearance operations for imports and exports.
• Knowledge of customs procedures and regulations.
• Ability to handle all necessary documentation for shipments.
• Strong communication skills for client interaction.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.