Customs Specialist - Johannesburg, South Africa - BASF Holdings South Africa (Pty.) Ltd.

BASF Holdings South Africa (Pty.) Ltd.

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Johannesburg, South Africa

2 weeks ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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JOIN THE TEAM:

We are the world's leading chemical company because we offer intelligent solutions for our customers and for a sustainable future.

We link and develop people with diverse talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to advance. Not only your performance, but also your personality matter to us. At BASF, careers develop from opportunities.

BASF's regional division EMEA Europe, Middle East, Emerging Europe and Africa. BASF operates in more than 50 countries in the region. For BASF the EMEA region is our most important market.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful incumbent will be responsible for the efficient coordination and communication of shipping details, particularly stock in transit, to S&OP and OTC specialists, liaising with clearing agents, customs officials and primary transport service providers to ensure smooth operations.

Duties will include the following:

Manage the movement of imports and exports while ensuring compliance with relevant procedures across all business units
Provide guidance on import tax and duties by maintaining strong relationships with the South African Revenue Service (SARS)
Collaborate closely with trade control to secure necessary permits for product transportation
Coordinate airfreight or sea freight shipments as needed, optimizing costefficiency
Verify invoices received from clearing agents for accuracy before submitting them for payment processing
Track foreign orders and shipments diligently, updating costs in our SAP system
Maintain accurate records of new purchase orders on a register spreadsheet
Interface effectively with Clearing House upon successful clearance of shipments through South African Customs
Prepare payments for Customs VAT and Clearing Charges to be submitted to the Clearing House

QUALIFICATIONS:

Having completed Matric (grade 12) is required
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven experience in import management and customs clearing field
Demonstrated proficiency and extensive knowledge in the realm of shipping and logistics
Excellent communication skills enabling effective collaboration across various stakeholders
Proficiency in SAP or similar inventory management systems
Strong attention to detail coupled with exceptional organizational abilities

At BASF, the chemistry is right
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Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you.

Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.