Customs Specialist

Röhlig & Co; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Röhlig & Co in Durban Seafreight is seeking a Customs Specialist to manage customs documentation, classification, and compliance, ensuring accurate duty calculations and timely filings.

The role requires extensive import/customs experience, strong problem solving, and meticulous attention to detail in a fast-paced environment; you will maintain tariff updates and ensure adherence to regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong problem solving and decision making under pressure.
• Accurate, methodical approach with attention to detail.
• Customer/client orientation with reliable interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Process customs and other statutory documents
• Audit products against customs and statutory body requirements
• Update Harmonised Customs Tariff and related references
• Contribute to quality management system compliance

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Situational analysis

Client orientation

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 Certificate

NQF Level 3 customs qualification

Job description

We have an exciting role for a Customs Specialist.

The role is based at our Customs branch in Durban Seafreight.

Education

• Grade 12 Certificate
• 1-year customs related qualification at NQF level 3

Knowledge and experience

• 10 years import/customs experience in the Clearing and Forwarding Industry of which at least 5 years were in a customs framing entry capacity
• Must be well versed with Refund/Drawback procedure’s and all adjustments
• Must understand acquittal process
• Commercial, transport, carrier & depot and statutory body documents & stamps
• Basic international trade principles. Applicable knowledge of Customs and Excise Act
• Geography
• Functional business objectives and strategies
• Knowledge of INCO Terms Carrier & depot conditions of trade
• Principles of Duty calculation
• Knowledge of tariffing
• National currencies and international codes
• Computer literacy
• Good communication skills (Verbal &Written)
• Situation analysis and problem solving. Good Interpersonal skills
• Client orientation. Accuracy and Methodical
• Handle pressure and attention to detail

Advantageous attributes

• Customer service orientation - able to handle a demanding customer environment.
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Dynamic self-starter that works independently and has the ability to handle pressure.
• Ability to communicate within the team and contribute to the overall success of the team.
• Adaptability as this is a constantly changing environment

Overall responsibilities include

• Processing of customs and other statutory body documents required for customs
• Audit products against customs and other statutory body requirements
• Update Harmonised Customs Tariff and related books
• Comply with the requirements of the quality management system