Import and Export Manager needed at GZ Industries

Job Objectives

• Responsible for managing day-to-day foreign trade activities and in strict compliance with all applicable import  laws and regulations, in the most cost and time efficient manner.

Role Responsibilities

• Manages the movement of products/equipment/materials/spares in and/or out of the country in accordance  with organizational policy and procedure, and to comply with relevant local and international laws and  processes.
• Develops and implements import/export strategy and activities consistent with overall aims and  requirements of the organization.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures related to imports and exports.
• Manages the necessary documentation and online forms for the efficient, cost-effective and lawful  execution of all import/export activities.
• Manages and fosters good relationships with relevant government agencies to ensure prompt delivery of  procured commodities.
• Oversees the purchase of Insurance Certificates, processing of Form M, Pre-Arrival Assessment Report  (PAAR) and other relevant custom clearing documents.
• Ensures shipping/customs clearing documents conform with requirements.
• Communicates with export and import and related authorities, and customers and suppliers, in all relevant  territories and countries, as necessary to ensure efficient, positive and lawful relations, support and  activities.
• Anticipates, researches and reports on future changes in import/export laws and in relevant local territory  practices, and ensure such knowledge is factored into the planning of the department’s own strategy,  resources and procedures.
• Ensures best quality service through establishment of import export documentation in full and on time.
• Maintains and shares with colleagues as appropriate, knowledge of all relevant import/export laws and  procedures; tariffs and duties; licences and restrictions.
• Prepares and submits required reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provides oversight and direction to the employees within the department in accordance with GZI’s policies  and procedures.
• Coaches, mentors and develops all direct reports.

Integrated Management System

• Documents, implements and maintains the requirements of the Quality, Food Safety, Environment, Health  and Safety management systems.

Health, Safety and Environment

• Carries out all tasks and activities in compliance with all the applicable Health, Safety and Environmental regulations.
• Adheres strictly to HSE regulations by ensuring PPE and safety tools provided are used at all times