Customs Clearance / CHA Executive

Vikrant Singh; Sector 10; On-site; INR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Travel allowance

Mobile allowance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Vikrant Singh is seeking a qualified logistics professional to manage end-to-end customs clearance for import and export activities in India. The role requires preparing and submitting accurate documentation, coordinating with customs officials, brokers, ports, and shipping lines, and ensuring timely clearance and delivery.

Ideal candidates should have a degree in logistics or international trade, 27 years of related experience, strong knowledge of ICEGATE and HS codes, and proficiency in MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in logistics or related field.
• 27 years of relevant experience in Customs Clearance / CHA / Freight Forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of Indian import/export procedures.
• Familiar with ICEGATE and customs clearance systems.
• Understanding of HS codes, duty calculation, and documentation.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end import and export customs clearance activities.
• Prepare, verify, and submit customs documentation accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with Customs officials, brokers, ports, CFS/ICD, shipping lines, and airlines.
• Monitor shipment status and ensure timely clearance and delivery.
• Resolve customs-related queries, documentation discrepancies, and examination issues.
• Maintain proper records of customs documents and clearance activities.

Skills

End-to-end clearance

Coordination

MS Excel

Communication

Follow-up

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Diploma in International Trade

Tools

ICEGATE

Customs software

HS Code System

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end import and export customs clearance activities.
• Prepare, verify, and submit customs documentation accurately and on time.
• Handle Bill of Entry (BOE), Shipping Bill, IGM/EGM, invoices, packing lists, and supporting documents.
• Coordinate with Customs officials, Customs Brokers, ports, terminals, CFS/ICD, shipping lines, airlines, and other authorities.
• Coordinate customs examination, assessment, queries, and shipment release.
• Follow up on duty assessment and ensure timely payment of applicable customs duties.
• Monitor shipment status and ensure timely clearance and delivery.
• Resolve customs-related queries, objections, documentation discrepancies, and examination issues.
• Coordinate with clients to obtain required documents, declarations, licenses, certificates, and other information.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Customs regulations and government requirements.
• Maintain proper records of customs documents and clearance activities.

Documentation & Compliance

• Review commercial invoices, packing lists, purchase orders, certificates of origin, insurance documents, and other relevant paperwork.
• Ensure accuracy of HS classification, valuation, quantity, country of origin, and other customs-related details.
• Verify applicable duties, taxes, exemptions, notifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with clients regarding customs queries and additional documentation.
• Ensure proper documentation for restricted, regulated, or special-category cargo.
• Keep updated on changes in customs procedures, notifications, circulars, and regulations.

Coordination

• Coordinate closely with the Sales, Operations, Documentation, Accounts, and Transport teams.
• Provide regular shipment updates to customers.
• Coordinate with transporters for timely movement of cleared cargo.
• Liaise with shipping lines, airlines, CFS/ICD, terminals, and other logistics service providers.
• Escalate delays or compliance issues to management promptly.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelor's degree/diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, International Trade, Commerce, or a related field.
• 27 years of relevant experience in Customs Clearance / CHA / Freight Forwarding.
• Strong practical knowledge of Indian import/export customs procedures.
• Good knowledge of ICEGATE and customs clearance systems.
• Understanding of HS Codes, customs valuation, duty calculation, and import/export documentation.
• Knowledge of sea and air cargo clearance procedures.
• Strong coordination and follow-up skills.
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet clearance deadlines.

The ideal candidate should be:

• Experienced in handling end-to-­end customs clearance.
• Familiar with port, airport, CFS, and ICD operations.
• Comfortable coordinating with Customs officials and other government authorities.
• Strong in documentation and compliance.
• Proactive in resolving clearance issues.
• Highly organized and deadline-oriented.
• Customer-focused with excellent follow-up skills.

Perks and benefits

Additional benefits may include performance incentives, travel allowance, mobile/communication allowance, and career‑growth opportunities.