Responsible for managing and coordinating tobacco export activities, including documentation, shipment coordination, regulatory compliance, logistics, buyer communication, and export risk management.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and process commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, phytosanitary certificates, bills of lading, and other export documents.
- Coordinate with shipping companies, freight forwarders, and clearing agents to ensure timely shipment of tobacco products.
- Monitor export schedules and ensure delivery deadlines are met.
- Ensure export activities comply with Tanzanian regulations and international trade laws.
- Maintain compliance with relevant authorities such as the Tanzania Revenue Authority and the Tanzania Tobacco Board.
- Communicate with international buyers regarding orders, shipment status, and documentation.
- Handle export inquiries and resolve shipment-related issues.
- Arrange transportation, cargo space bookings, warehouse coordination, and shipment tracking.
- Ensure proper handling of tobacco consignments.
- Maintain accurate records of export transactions and documentation.
- Prepare export reports for management review.
- Monitor freight, insurance, and documentation costs.
- Assist in negotiating with logistics service providers to ensure cost-effective shipments.
- Ensure proper insurance coverage for export consignments.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks in export operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Export documentation and international shipping knowledge.
- Customs procedures and international trade regulations knowledge.
- Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Communication and negotiation skills.
- Organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Integrity and professionalism.
- Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and work under pressure.
Document Requirements
Application Instructions
- Submit your academic certificates, application letter and CV as a single PDF file.
