Logistics Specialist / Declarant
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We are an international production company. Based on our patented engineering solutions, we create and manufacture high-tech equipment for beverage manufacturers such as Coca-Cola and PepsiCo.
About the position We are looking for a strong Logistics Specialist / Declarant who will ensure international cargo transportation, preparation and submission of export and import documents, their accuracy and timely customs clearance. We work with a wide range of equipment, components, tools and materials. We need an attentive, proactive and systematic specialist who can independently organize shipments, select optimal delivery conditions, carry out customs clearance and prevent cargo delays.
Responsibilities - Organization of international import and export shipments - from pickup of the cargo from the sender to delivery to the recipient. - Requesting and comparing shipping rates according to directions, deadlines, and conditions; selecting optimal offers considering the total cost of delivery. - Interaction with carriers, forwarders, customs brokers, terminals, and warehouses, agreeing on conditions and controlling the fulfillment of agreements. - Requesting reports and documents confirming the performance of services, checking the accrued amounts for compliance with agreed conditions, and timely transfer of accounts for payment. - Control of cargo pickup, dispatch, and delivery deadlines, operative resolution of arising problems, and provision of information on the shipment status to relevant departments. - Preparation and checking of a complete package of documents for import, export, and re-export: invoices, packing lists, transport, and other necessary documents. - Ensuring the correctness and mutual correspondence of data in documents: names, quantities, values, weights, commodity codes, countries of origin, and parties' requisites. - Selection and verification of national commodity nomenclature codes for foreign economic activity (CES CN) based on the technical characteristics of goods, and requesting necessary clarifications. - Filling out and submitting customs declarations and accompanying documents. - Management of the customs clearance process until the cargo is released: monitoring the status, responding to customs requests, submitting explanations, and making corrections. - Preliminary determination of permit documents and current restrictions required for the import and export of goods. - Accounting for the import and export of goods according to declarations, commodity codes, and quantities; ensuring traceability and correct write-off during re-export. - Maintaining a register of shipments, expenses, and declarations, and keeping a complete and orderly archive of documents. - Collaboration with purchasing, warehouse, production, engineering, and accounting departments for timely receipt of reliable data and organization of shipments.
Requirements - At least 5 years of confirmed experience in the field of international logistics and customs clearance. - Practical experience in organizing import and export shipments, selecting routes, and comparing offers from logistics service providers. - Experience in negotiating with carriers and forwarders, agreeing on tariffs, terms, and delivery conditions. - Practical experience in independently preparing and submitting import, export, and re-export declarations in Georgia. - Knowledge of Georgian customs procedures and requirements for foreign trade and transport documents. - Experience in classifying equipment, components, and materials according to the HS code and ability to work with technical documentation. - Knowledge of customs value determination, customs duty calculation, and Incoterms conditions. - Experience in interacting with customs authorities and brokers, preparing responses to requests, and eliminating discrepancies in documents. - Ability to work with a wide range of nomenclature and large volumes of data; reconciling data in invoices, packing lists, declarations, and accounting systems. - Confident use of electronic customs clearance systems, ERP systems, Excel, and Google Sheets. - Attention to detail, high work speed, proactivity, and responsibility for the accuracy of documents, delivery costs, and deadlines. - Knowledge of Russian and English languages - both at least at B2 level. - Knowledge of Georgian language is mandatory - at a sufficient level for working with customs documents and communicating with customs authorities.
Will be considered an advantage - Experience working in a manufacturing or engineering company. - Experience in international transportation and customs clearance of industrial equipment and components. - Experience in organizing international shipments from Europe and China, interacting with foreign suppliers, carriers, and forwarders.
Terms - Official employment in accordance with the Labor Code of Georgia. - Salary: 5,300 GEL per month, payable at hand + quarterly KPI bonus after completion of the probationary period. - Probationary period: 6 months. - Work schedule: 10:00-19:00. - Workplace: Tbilisi, Tbilisi Free Industrial Zone. - Corporate transport. - Paid vacation: 24 working days. - Corporate communication. - Professional training at the company's expense. - Direct communication with management and the opportunity to influence processes.
KPI indicators - Number of authorized suppliers in the logistics direction. - Median time for processing procurement tasks. - Received discounts and improvement of commercial terms. - Systematization of data storage in the logistics department.
Send us your resume on WhatsApp: +995 551 15 15 67.
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