The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating import and export operations, customs clearance, duty remission, regulatory compliance and audit processes. The role requires a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with strong knowledge of Kenyan customs regulations, international trade procedures and compliance requirements to ensure efficient supply chain operations and adherence to statutory obligations.
- Coordinate duty remission and TREO applications, customs bonds, quota approvals and reconciliations, ensuring compliance with KRA requirements and accurate recordkeeping.
- Manage end-to-end import operations, including IDF applications, customs clearance, shipping documentation, regulatory approvals and timely delivery of goods.
- Coordinate export logistics, including shipment bookings, customs declarations, certificates of origin and documentation to ensure compliance with international trade requirements.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities, including KRA, KEBS, NEMA and PCPB, to facilitate licensing, permit renewals, inspections and statutory compliance.
- Coordinate ETI/SEDEX audit preparations, maintain compliance documentation and follow up on corrective actions to ensure audit readiness.
- Maintain accurate records of imports, exports, customs bonds, duty remission, licenses and regulatory approvals, ensuring proper reconciliation with Finance, Production and Warehouse records.
- Monitor shipment timelines, customs clearance processes and compliance risks, providing regular reports and escalating delays, discrepancies and potential penalties to management.
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Customs Administration, International Trade or a related field.
- 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in logistics, customs clearance, imports, exports or regulatory compliance, preferably within the manufacturing, agricultural or floriculture sectors.
- Practical experience with KRA ICMS, customs clearance procedures, duty remission/TREO applications and customs bond management.
- Strong knowledge of Kenyan customs regulations and experience liaising with KRA, regulatory authorities, clearing agents, freight forwarders and shipping lines.
- Experience in regulatory compliance, documentation management and audit preparation, with exposure to ETI/SEDEX audits considered an added advantage.
- Strong organisational, analytical, communication and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive activities.