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Import & Export Associate

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Industry: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Description: Greenlight Planet is on a mission to revolutionize rural energy access for the 1.5 billion off-grid villagers who use dirty, dangerous kerosene lanterns for light. In four years we've sold 1.6 million solar lights to off-grid families in South Asia and Africa— all paid for up-front, in cash— the latter 1 million customers acquired over the past year. Our products were recognized recently as 'the best solar lamp' in the Economist. Uniquely, we sell our life-changing Sun King solar home lights to off-grid families in India and Africa through a massive direct sales force of trusted, village-level sales agents that penetrate deeply into rural markets to promote our products home to home and build trust in our brand at a micro level. Today 5,000 active Saathis bring clean, safe light to 40,000 new off-grid homes each month. We're now expanding our distribution network from three states to the whole of rural India and East Africa, an under-penetrated market of half a billion emerging consumers. And we are releasing more trustworthy, aspirational products to keep our network busy. Specialties Rural marketing, Solar lighting, India, Africa
Job Description

About the Role

  • The role holder assists the day-to-day execution of import and export operations by preparing documentation, coordinating with clearing agents and logistics providers, tracking shipments, and assisting compliance activities.

What you would be expected to do:

Documentation Preparation

  • Prepare, verify, and submit import and export documentation, including:
  • Commercial invoices
  • Packing lists
  • Bills of Lading / Airway Bills
  • Certificates of Origin
  • Import permits and licenses
  • Ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted within required timelines.

Customs Clearance Assistance

  • Liaise with clearing agents to facilitate customs processing and clearance.
  • Provide required documentation and reply to queries from customs authorities.
  • Follow up on inspections, examinations, and additional document requests.

Shipment Tracking & Coordination

  • Track shipments from origin to destination and provide regular updates to internal teams.
  • Coordinate with freight forwarders and transporters on shipment status.
  • Escalate delays, discrepancies, or issues to the Imports & Exportsmanager promptly.

Regulatory & Compliance Assistance

  • Assist in maintaining records of licenses, permits, and compliance documentation.
  • Assistance preparation of documents for audits, inspections, or regulatory submissions.
  • Assist with applications for permits, approvals, or exemptions as required.

Cost & Invoice Processing

  • Review freight, clearance, and storage invoices for accuracy.
  • Support reconciliation of logistics costs with the finance team.
  • Maintain organized and accessible shipment records.

Stakeholder Communication

  • Communicate with suppliers, clearing agents, and logistics service providers.
  • Provide timely shipment updates to internal stakeholders.
  • Any other tasks that may be assigned

You might be a strong candidate if you have:

  • Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution, preferably in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage priorities.
  • High attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
  • Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work in a team.
  • Self-guided person with the ability to work under minimal supervision and a strong willingness to learn.
Salary: KES Not specified
Otherpay: Benefits
Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time

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