I.      Purpose of the Job

Under the overall guidance of the Import Division Manager, the Sr. Import Officer processes all import transactions end to end to meet the objectives of the company. The incumbent plays the required coordination role among team members to give solution for all process requirements, promote efficient business process and to build knowledge, team spirit and knowledge sharing.

    II.      Job Activities

• Maintain control and ensure regulations to all import processes and monitor work according to international and local regulation and evaluate all new custom requirements

• Obtain quotation for the purchase of goods and service

• Applying for FCY and Bank import permit on ESW system and manually when its required

• Applying for pre import permit from concerned organ

• Follow-up on outstanding cases such as Opened LCs, purchasing order status, delivery schedule and shipping document, expired LCs and related issues

• Getting duty free privilege for capital goods import, process Francovaluta privilege at investment office

• Clearing imports at National Bank of Ethiopia on time before getting on delinquency list

• Handling courier related works like DHL/ FedEx etc.

• Handling document settlement activities

• Submitting relevant documents to transistor for on time assessment

• Creates and maintains’ file & documents.

• Maintain Communication with suppliers, banks and other organization on day-to-day basis in order to obtain responses/clarifications timely and maintain healthy correspondences,

•  Prepare periodical reports

• Provide support to staffs and client whenever required.

• N.B the job holder performs other duties as deemed necessary.

Job Requirements

Qualification

•  BA or MA degree in Logistics/Supply Management or business related field, with proven practical experience of 6 years for B.A degree and 4 years for M.A degree.

Key Competencies           

• Good knowledge of international trade operation, international chamber of commerce rules, NBE directives and government policies and guidelines related with international trade

• Practical experience on import operation

• Practical experience on operating ESW

• Ability to analyze cases carefully and logically, leading to a fact based and problem solving decision;

• Ability to consistently approach work with energy and a positive and constructive attitude;

• Self-starter and ability to manage work (perform) without supervision;

• Ability to remain calm and in control under pressure;

• Ability to meet short deadlines;

• Sound contributions to knowledge sharing networks and communication of best practices;

• Strong personal commitment to learning the particular skills that her/his job requires

• Keen interest to work in international trade business;

• Basic computer skill, email and other social platform usage

• Demonstrates commitments to the Kerchanshe Trading mission, vision and values;

• Demonstrates integrity by living in Kerchanshe Trading ethical standards;

How to Apply

Applicants who fulfill the above-mentioned criteria could Submit detailed CV along with supporting documents accompanied by cover letter addressing hr@kerchanshe.com or by our website www.kerchanshe.com

Deadline: Nov 7, 2022

Note: Write "Senior Import Officer" on the the subject line of your email.  only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.