Customs Clearance Coordinator

Customs Clearance Coordinator

Job description

The Customs Clearance Coordinator is responsible for preparing and reviewing customs documents, entering product and goods data into relevant systems and electronic platforms, and following up on customs clearance procedures until the release of shipments is completed.

The position also involves continuous coordination with licensed customs brokers, monitoring customs transactions, and ensuring the completeness and accuracy of required data and documents to avoid delays and penalties.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Entering product and item data and shipment details into the FASAH platform and relevant customs systems.
• Preparing and reviewing customs documents, including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Bills of Lading, and Certificates of Origin.
• Reviewing product data and customs classification and determining HS Codes in coordination with the customs broker.
• Following up on customs clearance procedures for sea, air, and land shipments.
• Coordinating with customs brokers, shipping companies, ports, and relevant government entities.
• Following up on clearance requests, approvals, and required certificates for products based on the nature of each shipment.
• Ensuring the completeness and accuracy of documents and data before submitting them to the relevant authorities.
• Monitoring the status of shipments and customs transactions and addressing any observations or deficiencies.
• Maintaining and organizing electronic customs files and records and ensuring their updates.
• Reviewing customs duties, taxes, and costs related to shipments and matching them with documents.
• Preparing periodic reports on the status of shipments and customs transactions.
• Following up on updates related to customs procedures and systems in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications and Required Experience

• A diploma or bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain, or any related field.
• 1 to 3 years of practical experience in customs clearance, logistics operations, or import/export.
• Experience using the FASAH platform is considered a key advantage.
• Good knowledge of customs documents and procedures in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• Familiarity with HS Codes and product classification is considered an additional advantage.
• Experience in handling sea shipments and their related documents.
• Proficiency in using computers and Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel.

Required Skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document review.
• Good organizational and time management skills and transaction follow-up.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with customs brokers and shipping companies.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
• Problem-solving skills and handling customs observations.
• Proficiency in English language reading and writing.
• Proficiency in Chinese language is considered an additional advantage but not a requirement.

Work Environment

The workplace is located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, within the operations team at Samsemat Al-Nujoom Company. The position requires an organized, precise, and proactive individual who can follow up on customs procedures and coordinate with various parties to ensure efficient and timely processing of shipments.

Note: The position is administrative and operational to assist in customs clearance activities and does not require obtaining a customs broker license.

Skills

• Experience using the FASAH platform is considered a key advantage.

• Proficiency in using computers and Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel.

• This job post has been translated by AI and may contain minor differences or errors.

Preferred candidate

Years of experience

1+ years

Degree

High school or equivalent

Career level

Management