IMPORT OPERATIONS AND LOGISTICS OFFICER AT ASCENTECH SERVICES LIMITED | IMPORT OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS OFFICER JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.

Job Description:

We are seeking a high-performing Import Operations and Logistics Officer to anchor our supply chain activities in Apapa, Lagos. This is a mission-critical role for a professional who thrives in the high-stakes environment of international trade and port operations.

Your mandate is to manage the end-to-end import lifecycle—moving goods from the Proforma Invoice stage to final warehouse delivery. You will navigate the regulatory landscapes of Customs, NAFDAC, and SON, ensuring every shipment is compliant, cost-effective, and on schedule. If you possess 4+ years of experience, advanced Excel skills, and the "grit" to manage clearing agents and shipping lines under pressure, we invite you to drive our logistics operations.

Requirements:

1. Documentation & Regulatory Compliance

• Trade Instruments: Initiate and manage critical import documents, including Form M, Letters of Credit (L/C), and Marine Insurance.

• Certification Governance: Liaise with regulatory bodies to secure PAAR, SONCAP, and NAFDAC approvals, ensuring zero-defect compliance with Nigerian trade laws.

• Bank Liaison: Coordinate with financial institutions to ensure timely processing of shipping documents and duty payments.

2. Shipment Tracking & Port Operations

• Visibility & Reporting: Track global shipments in real-time, providing daily status updates and comprehensive weekly import position reports to management.

• Customs & Clearing: Supervise clearing agents and shipping lines to fast-track customs examinations and terminal releases.

• Logistics Execution: Prepare accurate clearing cost estimates and coordinate the payment of duties, terminal charges, and transportation fees.

3. Delivery & Financial Reconciliation

• Last-Mile Coordination: Manage transporters to ensure timely delivery to the final destination and oversee the prompt return of empty containers to avoid demurrage.

• File Closure: Maintain a rigorous filing system, ensuring all shipment folders are closed with complete documentation and cost reconciliations.

• Digital Agility: Utilize Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables) for cost analysis and remain available to support operations remotely via smartphone when required.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Experience: Minimum of 4 years in specialized Import Operations or Logistics.

• Technical IQ: Deep knowledge of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) procedures, port operations, and banking trade instruments.

• Software Mastery: Proficiency in MS Office, with Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables) being a mandatory requirement for data analysis.

• Communication: Exceptional email writing and coordination skills to manage international vendors and local stakeholders.

Core Competencies

• Operational Grit: Ability to work under intense pressure in the Apapa logistics hub.

• Multitasking: Proven capability to manage multiple high-value shipments simultaneously without oversight.

• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to calculate duties and logistics costs accurately.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: cv@ascentech.com.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.