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Clearing and Forwarding Manager Job at True North Consult
True North Consult
Job Description
The role is responsible for overseeing all customs clearance and forwarding operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and managing efficient movement of goods, particularly petroleum products, across borders. The position will provide leadership to the clearing and forwarding team while ensuring timely, accurate, and cost-effective service delivery.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Operations Management
- Oversee end-to-end clearing and forwarding operations for imports and exports.
- Ensure timely processing of all consignments to avoid delays, demurrage, or penalties.
- Monitor workflow and allocate tasks to ensure efficiency and productivity within the team.
- Coordinate transportation and delivery of cleared goods to final destinations. Customs Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
- Ensure all customs declarations comply with applicable laws, regulations, and procedures.
- Oversee correct tariff classification, valuation, and duty computation.
- Maintain compliance with petroleum industry regulations and other government agencies.
- Keep abreast of changes in customs laws, tariffs, and trade agreements and implement necessary adjustments.
Team Leadership & Supervision
- Lead, supervise, and mentor the clearing and forwarding team.
- Set performance targets and monitor team productivity and accuracy.
- Provide training and continuous development to enhance team capability.
- Ensure adherence to internal policies and operational standards.
Client Relationship Management
- Act as the main point of contact for key clients on clearing and forwarding matters.
- Address client queries, resolve issues, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Provide advisory services on customs regulations, documentation, and compliance requirements.
Documentation & Process Control
- Oversee preparation and verification of all shipping and customs documentation.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of documents such as invoices, bills of lading, certificates, and permits.
- Implement and maintain efficient documentation and record-keeping systems for audit purposes.
Risk Management & Problem Resolution
- Identify operational and compliance risks and implement mitigation measures.
- Handle complex customs issues, disputes, and audits.
- Liaise with customs authorities and other regulatory bodies to resolve clearance challenges.
Financial & Cost Control
- Monitor and control operational costs related to clearing and forwarding activities.
- Ensure accurate billing, duty payments, and reconciliation of accounts.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising service quality.
Stakeholder Coordination
- Liaise with customs authorities, port officials, shipping lines, transporters, and other stakeholders.
- Ensure smooth coordination between internal departments and external partners.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to exechire@truenorthafrica.com with subject line Clearing and Forwarding Manager by 10th April ,2026.
All applications shall be acknowledged as received but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
All applicants should share their CV’s and Cover Letters in PDF or MS Word STRICTLY
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