Clearance Specialist Supply Chain📣 Job Ad

About the Role

alfanar is seeking a Clearance Specialist, Supply Chain to join our team in Riyadh. This full-time role is central to managing all customs clearance activities for both import and export shipments, ensuring strict compliance with regulatory standards and internal company requirements. The specialist will play a critical role in facilitating smooth operations through accurate documentation and timely clearance processes to support overall operational needs.

Core Clearance Operations

• Process all import and export documentation in strict accordance with customs regulations and internal company guidelines.
• Submit clearance applications to relevant authorities and diligently follow up on approval statuses.
• Verify the accuracy of HS codes, tariff classifications, and duty calculations for all shipments.

Stakeholder Coordination and Compliance

• Communicate effectively with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and customs brokers to ensure timely shipment clearance and delivery.
• Coordinate with internal teams to provide regular shipment status updates and proactively resolve any clearance-related issues.
• Monitor inbound and outbound shipment schedules to consistently meet operational timelines.
• Adhere to all applicable customs laws, trade regulations, and company policies across all clearance activities.
• Stay continuously updated on changes to customs rules, tariffs, and international trade agreements.
• Support internal and external audits and inspections conducted by customs or other regulatory bodies.

Documentation, Reporting, and Issue Resolution

• Prepare and maintain comprehensive shipment and clearance documents, including invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and permits.
• Archive all clearance records meticulously for future reference and compliance verification.
• Address and resolve clearance-related delays or discrepancies in coordination with suppliers, carriers, and relevant authorities.
• Escalate complex or unresolved issues to the Section Manager or Manager for appropriate action.
• Record and report key clearance-related data, such as lead times, costs, and occurrences of delays.
• Propose ideas and solutions for enhancing clearance efficiency and reducing associated costs.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates for this role should possess 2-5 years of relevant experience in customs clearance or supply chain operations. A strong understanding of customs regulations, trade compliance, and logistics processes is essential for success in this position.

Professional Standards and Continuous Improvement

• Commit to continuous professional development by acquiring updated soft and technical skills pertinent to the role.
• Execute planned activities to meet operational and development targets according to established delivery schedules, utilizing resources effectively within cost and time efficiencies.
• Provide periodic reports detailing any deviations and the execution status of planned tasks.
• Actively solve operational problems that arise and escalate complex issues as necessary.
• Ensure adherence to quality requirements, contributing to effective quality control and process development.
• Coordinate and maintain well-defined written systems, policies, and procedures, actively seeking opportunities for automation.
• Comply with all related company policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within the defined work area.