This position is crucial for the accurate and timely processing of export goods through customs. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and submitting all necessary customs documentation, liaising with clients and customs officials, and ensuring that shipments meet all applicable laws so that they can be cleared through customs and delivered to their destinations without delay.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate with clients to collect necessary documents and information for customs clearance.

2. Verify pre-alert documents as received from exporters/client coordinators

3. Prepare shipping bills for filing and customs clearance as per export requirements, timeline and priority level.

4. Ensure compliance with all regulations and laws applicable to the customs process, including taxes and duties.

5. Collaborate with shipping agents, customs officers, and other stakeholders to resolve any issues that may arise during the clearance process.

6. Clarify classifications according to respective customs tariffs.

7. Create the document checklist to ensure all documents are ready for filing.

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Ensure error-free documentation and escalate any information insufficiencies to the operations supervisor.

9. Verify checklist with the client coordinator and expedite its approval.

10. Coordinate with warehousing staff for scheduling goods loading/unloading operations.

11. Provide solutions to clients in case of any query related to customs clearance

12. Coordinate with accounts and sales for invoicing and cost booking

13. Maintain job records for each clearance and customs query.

14. Track the status of shipments and update the company's database with relevant information.

15. Assist clients with inquiries regarding customs regulations, tariffs, shipping routes, and the status of their goods.

16. Share shipment insurance details with the accounts team for daily payments.

Qualifications:

- Minimum bachelor's degree/diploma.

- Experience with export/import documentation knowledge preferred

- Solid communication and writing skills

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel

- Self-starter with problem-solving skills and high attention to detail

📌 Export Customs Filing Associate (Chennai)
🏢 Arrow enterprises
📍 Chennai