Customs Clearing Officer

Logistics/Purchasing ,Administration/Secretarial ,Shipping

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Prepare and process import and export documentation for air, sea and road freight shipments in compliance with customs regulations and laws.
• Classify goods according to applicable tariff coding system.
• Calculate, quote and pay, or arrange for payment, of VAT and taxes, tariffs and duties on shipments.
• To know, remain up to date and follow any changes in import and export laws and regulations.
• Advise customers on best methods of packaging or labelling products.
• Clear goods through customs to their final destination promptly and efficiently.
• Cooperate and assist customs officials when conducting inspections to cargo shipments.
• Handle all matters related to bonded and /or in-transit cargo.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• Bachelors’ university degree in a related field.
• A Customs Clearance Licence is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in related field.
• Sound knowledge of customs procedures applicable for the import and export of goods.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Greek and English.
• Very good communication skills and confident in leading group conversations.
• Keen to complete tasks in an orderly way.
• Adherence to deadlines.
• Complex problem solving ability and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Effective time management skills.
• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to handle routine functions.
• Willingness to work out of normal office hours.
• Responsible, energetic and trustworthy individual.

Key Benefits: 

• Attractive salary based on skills and experience.
• 13th & 14th salary.
• Provident Fund.
• Friday afternoon’s off.
• Flexible working hours.

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