Ports jobs in Doha

Key Responsibilities

A. Customs Clearance Operations

• Handle import and export clearance of shipments by sea, air, and land.
• Prepare and submit customs declarations through the customs system (e.g., Al Nadeeb).
• Coordinate with customs authorities, ports, airports, and clearing agents to ensure timely release.
• Track shipments from arrival to delivery to the warehouse.
• Resolve customs holds, inspections, and shipment discrepancies promptly.

B. Documentation and Compliance

• Verify commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading or airway bills, certificates of origin, and other required documents.
• Ensure correct HS code classification, valuation, and duty calculation.
• Ensure compliance with customs, import, and GCC trade regulations.
• Keep accurate records of all clearance documents for audit purposes.

C. Coordination with Internal Teams

• Coordinate with procurement, suppliers, and freight forwarders on shipping schedules and document requirements.
• Inform the warehouse team of expected arrivals and clearance status.
• Coordinate with finance on duty payments, clearance charges, and invoice reconciliation.
• Report delays, shortages, damages, and discrepancies to management.

D. Cost Control and Supplier Management

• Monitor customs duties, demurrage, storage, and detention charges, and act to minimize them.
• Evaluate and manage clearing agents and transporters.
• Verify clearing agent invoices against actual services and approved rates.
• Handle claims for damaged or missing goods in coordination with insurers and suppliers.

E. Reporting

• Prepare weekly and monthly reports on shipments, clearance times, and costs.
• Maintain a shipment tracking sheet and update management on status.
• Recommend improvements to reduce clearance time and cost.

3. Qualifications and Requirements

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of customs clearance experience, preferably in automotive spare parts or trading.
• Strong knowledge of customs procedures, HS codes, duties, and import/export documentation.
• Experience with customs systems and dealing with ports, airports, and government authorities.
• Familiarity with Incoterms, shipping documents, and freight forwarding.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems.
• Strong organizational, follow-up, and problem-solving skills.
• English required; Arabic is an advantage.

Pay: From QAR4,500.00 per month

Work Location: In person