Trade Finance / Export-Import Manager at Ascentech Services Limited

Job Responsibilities

• Handle port operations for clearing of goods.
• Have relations with Freight Forwarders, Shipping Lines, Customs, and other relevant agencies.
• Opening of LC (Letter of Credits) for imports.
• Handle all documentation for Banks.
• Handle all documentation for Imports and Exports related to banking and operations.
• Handle Trade Finance desk, responsible for TRMS portal trade forms, NXP, Form M and others.
• Draft LC ( Letter of Credit ), follow with the banks for LC issuance.
• Presentation of documents to banks on shipments.
• Coordinate with Country Finance Manager for negotiating banking terms and conditions on LC.
• Sourcing of Forex from CBN/I&E Window.
• Maintain relations with RMs for Import.
• Coordinate with all sister companies in Nigeria on matters of export and import.
• Advise necessary changes to streamline export and import.
• Liaison with regulatory agencies for certification on NAFDAC, and SONCAP.

Skills / Requirements

• Import Business experience of 5 to 10 years
• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s is preferred.
• Well-developed communication skills and a customer orientation
• Knowledge about budget management, international trade and taxations.