Job description
Role Overview
Clearance Specialist, Supply Chain with alfanar Electric, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Company Overview
alfanar, headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, operates construction and manufacturing businesses, design and development centers, and facilities across the Middle East and other countries. The company works in Electrical, Electromechanical and Civil Engineering Construction; Manufacturing and Marketing Electrical Construction Products; and Allied Engineering Services. alfanar has three main divisions: alfanar electric, alfanar Construction, and alfanar Building Systems. alfanar electric is the industrial arm, manufacturing low, medium, and high voltage electrical construction products with operations in Riyadh and Jubail (Saudi Arabia), Dubai (UAE), and London (UK), as well as a development and engineering center in Chennai, India. The alfanar Industrial Complex in Riyadh's Third Industrial Zone spans 700,000 square meters and houses comprehensive infrastructure including a data and communication center and commercial zone.
Role Purpose
To carry out customs clearance activities for import and export shipments in compliance with regulations and company requirements. The role ensures accurate documentation, smooth coordination with stakeholders, and timely clearance to support operational needs.
Key Responsibilities
Customs Clearance Execution
- Process import and export documentation in accordance with customs regulations and internal requirements.
- Submit clearance applications to the relevant authorities and follow up on approval status.
- Verify HS codes, tariff classifications, and duty calculations for accuracy.
Shipment Coordination
- Communicate with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and customs brokers to support timely shipment clearance and delivery.
- Coordinate with internal teams to provide shipment status updates and resolve clearance issues.
- Monitor inbound and outbound shipment schedules to meet operational timelines.
Regulatory Compliance
- Follow applicable customs laws, trade regulations, and company policies in all clearance activities.
- Keep updated on changes to customs rules, tariffs, and trade agreements.
- Support audits and inspections conducted by customs or other regulatory bodies.
Documentation and Record Management
- Prepare and maintain shipment and clearance documents such as invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and permits.
- Archive clearance records for reference and compliance.
Issue Resolution
- Address clearance-related delays or discrepancies in coordination with suppliers, carriers, and authorities.
- Escalate complex issues to the Section Manager or Manager for further action.
Reporting
- Record and report clearance-related data such as lead times, costs, and delay occurrences.
- Suggest ideas for improving clearance efficiency and cost reduction.
Performance Delivery
- Perform planned activities to meet operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
- Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time parameters.
- Provide periodic reports detailing deviation and execution of planned tasks.
Problem-Solving
- Solve clearance-related problems that arise and escalate complex operational issues.
Quality and Process Improvement
- Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products, processes, or related activities.
- Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, and procedures and seek automation opportunities.
Health, Safety, and Environment
- Ensure compliance of relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within the defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products and services.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or any relevant field.
- 2 to 4 years of work experience.
Skills & Competencies
- Logistics Analysis.
- Logistics Networks.
- Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job.
- Compliance with related policies, procedures, and work instructions.
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 28910