Import & Export Specialist (Customs)

Logistics & Supply Chain

K sh 120,000 – 200,000 gross / month

Openings: 1 Location: Nairobi – JKIA Cargo Village Overview: Our client is on the hunt for an Import & Export Specialist who can keep air and sea shipments moving like clockwork, no delays, no drama, just precision. Based at JKIA Cargo Village, you’ll be the nerve center connecting airlines, clearing agents, KRA, and regulators to make sure medical devices clear smoothly and compliantly. This role demands someone who knows their way around iCMS, tariff codes, and permits the kind of professional who can handle valuation queries before they become escalations. You’ll balance speed with accuracy, because every shipment here matters to patient care timelines. If you’re the calm in the customs storm, fluent in logistics, regulatory acronyms, and Excel, this is your runway to shine. Key Responsibilities: - Prepare and verify import/export documentation and permits. - Coordinate with airlines/agents; track shipments end-to-end. - Work in iCMS/Simba; validate tariff codes and duties. - Resolve exams, holds, and valuation queries. - Keep registers for permits, serials, and warranty docs. - Report lead times, costs, and exceptions weekly. Education & Experience: - Diploma/Degree in Logistics/International Trade. - 3–5 years at a forwarder/importer; medical/pharma a plus. Skills & Tools: - Customs systems, HS classification, Excel, stakeholder comms. KPIs: - Clearance lead time, exam/hold resolution, duty accuracy, compliance incidents. Compensation (Kenya): KES 120,000–200,000 + annual bonus. Figures are client estimates and vary with experience and certifications. Benefits: - Medical, airport access facilitation, phone. Growth Path: - Senior Customs Specialist → Logistics Manager → Regional Trade Compliance Lead. Ideal hierarchy and expected promotion cycle.