Posted:Dec 3
By:Hiring Kenya
Company Details
Industry:
Oil & Energy
Description:
BURN designs, manufactures, and distributes aspirational fuel-efficient cooking products that save lives and forests in the developing world.BURN has revolutionized the global cookstove sector by proving the business case for selling a high quality, locally manufactured and unsubsidized cookstoves.Since 2013, BURN has sold 200,000+ high quality, locally manufactured and unsubsidized jikokoas â„¢ stoves in East Africa. These stoves have helped 1,000,000+ beneficiaries save $39 million in fuel expenditures and 626,221 tons of wood while reducing indoor air pollution by 65%. BURN currently sells ~10,000 stoves per month and intend to double sales by the end of 2017.
Job Description
About the Role:
- BURN is looking a Pan-African Customs Specialist responsible for ensuring compliance with customs regulations and laws and ensuring that all documentation is accurate and complete for the Group.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Pre-clearance and Post-clearance Compliance
- Collaborate with the Procurement & Logistics Team to ensure accurate and timely customs declarations. This includes verifying the Harmonized System (HS) code, value of goods, applicable taxes and duties, and country of origin, among other details.
- Advanced Rulings and Binding Classifications
- Apply for Advanced Rulings or Binding Classification Decisions from customs authorities in cases of potential classification disputes.
- Import/Export Licenses
- Ensure all relevant countries maintain up-to-date Import/Export Licenses as required.
- Collaboration and Optimization
- Work with customs authorities, freight forwarders, and trade experts to enhance the efficiency and compliance of cross-border goods movement.
- Regulatory Awareness and Communication
- Stay informed of changes in customs regulations, tariffs, and trade laws. Communicate updates effectively to stakeholders.
- Audits and Compliance Reviews
- Conduct regular audits of pre-clearance, post-clearance, customs classification, and Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) compliance.
- Identify issues during audits and recommend corrective actions.
- Customs Authority Liaison
- Prepare and present supporting documentation for Customs Authority audits. Draft responses to queries from customs officials.
- Other Duties
- Perform any other tasks as assigned by the company.
Skills and Experience:
- A relevant degree in a related field, CPA qualification, or equivalent.
- Postgraduate Diploma/Master’s degree in Customs or professional customs certification from an accredited institution is highly desirable.
Experience:
- At least 7+ years of experience in customs clearance and compliance.
- Comprehensive knowledge of customs regulations, HS codes, tariffs, trade compliance procedures, and documentation requirements.
Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in ERP systems, preferably Microsoft NAV.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
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