Customs Clearance and Freight Forwarding Professionals
Dear Candidate,
Greetings !
We are currently hiring experienced professionals for the following positions with a leading Oil and Gas group company in logistics and freight forwarding (C&F) Department:
Open Positions:
· Customs Clearance (CHA) Professional – Nigeria (7–20 years of experience) – 5 positions
· Freight Forwarding Executive/Manager – Nigeria (7–20 years of experience) – 5 positions
Customs Clearance (CHA) Role – Key Responsibilities
· Coordinate with shippers, freight forwarders, customs authorities, ports, and regulatory agencies for timely cargo clearance.
· Prepare, verify, and process customs documentation and electronic declarations.
· Classify goods using HS Codes and ensure compliance with customs regulations.
· Calculate applicable duties and taxes and ensure adherence to import/export regulations.
· Track shipments from arrival to final delivery and resolve customs-related queries.
· Maintain accurate documentation for compliance and audits.
· Demonstrate sound knowledge of INCOTERMS, customs procedures, and trade documentation.
· Work effectively in a fast-paced environment with strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
Freight Forwarding Role – Key Responsibilities
· Handle pricing negotiations with shipping lines, NVOCCs, and co-loaders for ocean exports and imports.
· Prepare and submit competitive quotations for global, regional, and local customers.
· Coordinate with carriers, overseas agents, shippers, and customers for shipment planning and execution.
· Analyze RFQs and provide pricing solutions.
· Manage shipment bookings, shipping instructions, and routes.
· Coordinate with operations to ensure timely execution of shipments.
· Monitor shipment status and provide regular updates to customers and overseas offices.
· Support sales during customer meetings and provide logistics solutions.
· Maintain strong customer relationships and contribute to business growth.
· Ensure accurate reporting and daily operational updates.
Desired Candidate Profile
· Relevant experience in Freight Forwarding or Customs Clearance (CHA).
· Strong knowledge of international logistics, shipping documentation, and trade regulations.
· Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
· Proficiency in MS Office and relevant logistics/customs software.
Our Member Value Proposition
We believe in creating an environment where our people can focus on delivering excellence while we take care of their well-being.
Some of the benefits include:
· Tax-free overseas salary paid in USD.
· For local personal expenses company provides Naira 1,00,000 per month over and above the salary. (This is same across the level / designation/ role)
· Furnished accommodation with housekeeping, security and laundry support.
· Nutritious Indian and continental meals provided by the company.
· Company-provided local transportation.
· Comprehensive medical insurance for eligible family members (3 to 5 Lacs – As per Grade).
· Company-provided laptop / desktop, mobile handset, SIM card and monthly connectivity.
· Recreational and fitness facilities across residential campuses.
Working Terms
· Work Schedule: Six-and-a-half-day work week.
· Leave Rotation:
o Office-based roles: 180 days ON / 21 days OFF
o Plant/Site roles: 180 days ON / 30 days OFF
· General Shift
· 8 AM to 6 PM – Monday to Friday,
· 8:30 PM to 6 PM – Saturday,
· 8:30 PM to 2 PM – Sunday
· Rotational Shift for Plant Operation Team at Site:
· 12 hrs Shift (7 Days)
· International and domestic travel for approved leave is arranged by the company.
· Salary processing follows the company's standard payroll cycle, with the first salary credited after completion of the initial processing period of 2 months.
Next Steps
If this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, kindly share the following:
List of Documents:
1. Current Company:
2. Current Location:
3. Native State:
4. Total Experience:
5. Relevant Experience:
6. Current CTC:
7. Expected CTC:
8. Notice Period:
9. Preferred Location (Vadodara/Nigeria):
10. DoB / Age:
Once we receive your confirmation, we will be happy to schedule a discussion to explain the role, answer your questions, and guide you through the recruitment process.
Please note that our recruitment process includes a comprehensive background verification of your educational qualifications, employment history, and other relevant credentials.
We request you to ensure that all supporting documents are complete, accurate, and readily available to facilitate a smooth verification process once we move forward in our discussion.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. We look forward to connecting with you.
If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, please reply with your updated resume. We would also appreciate it if you could share the following details:
Pay: ₹14,023.50 - ₹74,737.30 per month
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Provident Fund
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in Ocean Export & Import Freight Forwarding?
- Have you handled the complete end-to-end shipment process independently?
- Do you have experience negotiating freight rates with:
Shipping Lines
NVOCCs
Co-loaders
Overseas Agents
Transporters
- Have you coordinated with:
Overseas Offices
Vessel Agents
Shipping Lines
CHA/Clearing Agents
Transporters
Internal Sales Team
Warehouse Team
- Which shipping lines do you frequently work with?
(Examples: MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, Evergreen, COSCO, etc.)
- How familiar are you with Incoterms (EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR, DDP, DAP, FCA)?
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
- Are you comfortable handling multiple shipments simultaneously?
- Are you willing to work in Vadodara (5–8 years) or Nigeria (10–20 years), depending on the role?
Education:
Work Location: In person
