International Trade Officer (Export) at Alfred and Victoria Associates

Alfred & Victoria Associates is one of Nigeria’s leading ICT solution based company. Our company offers a wide range of services which are in high demand of today’s emerging market. AVA has three major arms which have been streamlined to meet our customer's needs. The three major arms are: Consulting, Recruitment and Training. Alfred & Victoria Associates has become one of the most sought after Human Capital Development Organization in recent times. She is fast becoming the distinguished strategic partner required in all sectors of the economy, and also in the fast growing world of outsourcing which is now in huge demand in all profession.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: International Trade Officer (Export)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

• As part of our global expansion, we are seeking a highly skilled International Trade Officer to lead and oversee our export activities, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and market growth.

Job Summary

• The International Trade Officer will be responsible for managing and expanding the company’s export operations. 
• This includes coordinating international exhibitions, overseeing sales teams worldwide, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, and streamlining logistics for export shipments. 
• The ideal candidate should have strong experience in international trade, sales, and compliance within the food manufacturing industry

Job Responsibilities
Market Expansion & Sales Management:

• Research and register for international exhibitions, ensuring full preparation and participation.
• Recruit and oversee worldwide sales representatives, monitoring performance and setting targets.
• Identify and engage prospective customers through market research and lead generation.
• Follow up on leads from exhibitions and other international sales channels.

Regulatory Compliance & Standards:

• Research importation compliance requirements for destination countries and verify company readiness.
• Ensure company compliance with international food safety and quality standards such as BRCGS, IFS, ISO, and other regulatory certifications.
• Ensure all relevant regulatory approvals (including NAFDAC & SON registration, Import License, NXP, NACIMA, Form M and ETLS Certificate) are secured before Shipping.
• Liaise with local planning as well as OCs/Export Customers to ensure orders are shipped respecting aligned standards in terms of Lead time, MBR, MOQs, Loadable volumes per SKUs, OTIF etc.
• Track Orders and shipments in-transit and at port pending for custom clearance while ensuring Custom Clearance documents are prepared and submitted timely to avoid delays and demurrage.

Export Operations & Logistics:

• Oversee local export activities, ensuring smooth shipment of containers.
• Responsible for Export logistics while ensuring compliance with all external and international laws as regards shipping, logistics, clearing as well as regulatory/government agencies.
• Coordinate with the production and logistics teams to align export orders with manufacturing schedules.
• Optimize shipping processes to reduce costs and improve efficiency
• Prepare Shipping documents accurately and in compliance with specific markets requirements ensuring efficiency and effectiveness of imports and exports process.
• Set up, maintain and broadcast SLA to control KPIs for Import/Export operations and Carry out periodic review and assessment of Logistics Service Providers (Clearing agents/forwarders) in order to drive efficiency and cost saving initiatives.
• Establish & sustain relations with banks and other agencies associated with import & export activities.

Education / Certifications

• Minimum of HND / B.Sc (or its equivalent) in in law studies, , Social Science, International Business Trade or a related field from a recognized institution.
• 2-5 years post qualification experience (in an Import/Export Function within a manufacturing environment) or Logistics firm

Knowledge & Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in Supply Chain/Logistics with at least two years in Export operations.
• Sound Knowledge of imports & exports procedures, customs/ bank/insurance documentations and formalities.
• Excellent knowledge of international trade Incoterms and payment/documentation routing.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of import/export costing and pricing methodology

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Result oriented with excellent attention to details.
• Proactive with Strong time management skills with ability to multitask effectively.
• Ability to build strong collaboration with stakeholders and team members
• Proficiency in MS Word and excel
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Fluency in English, with a strong UK or US accent.
• Schooled or lived abroad – a plus.

Salary
Very Attractive.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: apply@alfred-victoria.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.