Customs Executive

Total Group; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Group in Chennai seeks an experienced Customs Clearance professional to manage end-to-end import/export clearance, prepare Bills of Entry and Shipping Bills, and coordinate with customs authorities and logistics partners.

The role requires a G-Card, 10+ years in CHA operations, strong knowledge of procedures, ICEGATE, and proficiency with MS Excel/Word. Excellent communication and coordination are essential for timely cargo clearance.

Qualifications

• G-Card issued under customs regulations is mandatory.
• 10+ years of relevant customs clearance or CHA operations experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of import/export procedures and documentation.
• Hands-on experience with BOE, Shipping Bill filing and ICEGATE.
• Knowledge of air and sea freight clearance.
• Good communication, coordination and follow-up skills.
• MS Excel, Word and email proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end customs clearance for import and export shipments.
• Prepare, verify and file Bills of Entry (BOE) and Shipping Bills.
• Handle customs documentation, checklists and shipment declarations.
• Coordinate with Customs officials, shipping lines, airlines, CFS, transporters and clients.
• Attend customs examinations and follow up on assessments, queries and clearance delays.
• Work on ICEGATE and customs clearance software such as Visual Impex or Live Impex.
• Verify commercial invoices, packing lists, Bills of Lading and Air Waybills.
• Track shipments and ensure timely cargo clearance and delivery.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and comply with applicable customs regulations.
• Coordinate with customers and internal teams to resolve clearance issues.

Skills

G-Card

10+ years experience

Import/Export procedures

BOE filing

ICEGATE

Air/Sea Freight clearance

Communication/Coordination

MS Excel

MS Word

Email

Tools

ICEGATE

MS Excel

MS Word

Email

Shipping Bill filing

BOE filing

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end customs clearance for import and export shipments.
• Prepare, verify and file Bills of Entry (BOE) and Shipping Bills.
• Handle customs documentation, checklists and shipment declarations.
• Coordinate with Customs officials, shipping lines, airlines, CFS, transporters and clients.
• Attend customs examinations and follow up on assessments, queries and clearance delays.
• Work on ICEGATE and customs clearance software such as Visual Impex or Live Impex.
• Verify commercial invoices, packing lists, Bills of Lading and Air Waybills.
• Track shipments and ensure timely cargo clearance and delivery.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and comply with applicable customs regulations.
• Coordinate with customers and internal teams to resolve clearance issues.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Valid G-Card issued under the applicable customs regulations is mandatory.
• 10 years of relevant customs clearance or CHA operations experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of import/export procedures and documentation.
• Hands-on experience with BOE, Shipping Bill filing and ICEGATE.
• Knowledge of air and sea freight clearance.
• Good communication, coordination and follow-up skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel, Word and email.