Logistics & Customs Clearance Officer

A leading company in the aviation industry is seeking an experienced Logistics & Customs Clearance Officer to coordinate the movement and customs clearance of urgent aircraft parts, equipment, and cargo. The ideal candidate will ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant delivery of shipments while working closely with logistics providers, clearing agents, and airport authorities.

• Manage the logistics and customs clearance of urgent aircraft parts, equipment, and general cargo.
• Coordinate air and land shipments to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations, airport procedures, and industry requirements.
• Liaise with clearing agents, courier companies, cargo handlers, and logistics providers.
• Monitor and expedite time-sensitive shipments to minimize operational delays.
• Prepare and manage shipping and customs documentation.
• Resolve logistics challenges and shipment issues under tight deadlines.
• Maintain strong relationships with key logistics and customs stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulations relating to hazardous materials and regulated goods where applicable.

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Aero Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years' experience in aviation procurement, maintenance planning, logistics, or customs clearance.
• Previous experience with DHL, FedEx, UPS, airport cargo companies, customs clearing firms, aviation logistics providers, or freight forwarding companies is strongly preferred.
• Proven experience in air freight, courier logistics, customs clearance, or airport cargo operations.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian customs procedures, airport cargo terminals, and courier clearance processes.
• Experience handling time-sensitive shipments, preferably aircraft parts or technical equipment.
• Good working relationships with clearing agents, courier contacts, cargo handlers, and logistics providers.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Understanding of hazardous materials, regulated goods, and shipping documentation is an added advantage.
• Honest, organized, proactive, and committed to compliance.

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