Customs Specialist

Röhlig & Co; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Röhlig & Co seeks an experienced Customs Specialist based at our Linbro Park head office in JHB to handle border compliance and document processing. The role requires detailed knowledge of customs processes, tariff updates and audit readiness within a demanding freight environment.

You will need a strong track record in clearing and forwarding, along with proficiency in duty calculations, incoterms and regulatory reporting.

Qualifications

• 10 years import/customs experience in Clearing & Forwarding industry.
• ≥5 years in a customs framing entry capacity.
• Knowledge of refunds/drawback procedures and adjustments.
• Understanding of acquittal process.
• Knowledge of INCO terms, carrier & depot conditions of trade.
• Principles of Duty calculation and tariffing.
• National currencies and international codes.
• Knowledge of tariffing

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Client orientation

Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 Certificate

1-year customs related qualification (NQF level 3)

Job description

We have an exciting role for a Customs Specialist.

The role is based at our Head office in Linbro Park, JHB.

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