Import officer

We are currently hiring for one of our clients “Dololo Import and Export”.

Job Summary:

Dololo Import and Export looks for Junior import Officer. The import Officer will be responsible for the execution of marketing strategies increase brand awareness, and drive customer engagement. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of import procedure

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring that purchases are made in the best interests of the company.
• Submit Pro forma invoices (s) to bank(s) and follow up foreign currency approval and utilization.
• Prepare bank documents for L/C, opening application.
• Ensure the availability of fund in the Bank(s) based on financial requirement for foreign purchase opening and settlement.
• Organize and compile approved purchase order, banking swift and L/C opening beneficiary copy to be forwarded to the supplier(s).
• Check accuracy of shipping documents, keep records and documents such as L/C, , TT and other related activities on computer and on paper.
• Collect bank advices for submission to the finance department.
• Organize shipping documents and freight settlement invoices for submission to the transit and forwarding section.
• Make required follow up for ensuring that payment is made to the supplier on time
• Maintain accurate cost records associated with the import operations of the department.
• Make necessary follow-up to ensure that shipping documents are accurate.
• Prepare draft fax messages/email pertaining to offer requests, order placement and other messages to suppliers for approval by the appropriate authority.