Duties & Responsibilities:
- Coordinate with Sales team, dealers, and other Logistics members to plan and manage upcoming vehicle shipments from United Arab Emirates to Iraq (Umm Qasr Port).
- Prepare and arrange all required import documents (Invoice, Certificate of Origin, etc.) for initial customs declaration.
- Initiate and process customs declarations in the ASYCUDA system.
- Follow up on shipping schedules and vessel arrivals at Umm Qasr Port.
- Manage customs duty calculation and prepare applications for advance duty payments.
- Calculate and check the custom duty and prepare the Purchase and Payment request.
- Handle and archive all import-related documentation, including manifest, Bill of Lading (BL), invoice, and COO, ensuring proper filing and traceability.
- Review and verify vehicles manifests, coordinate with customs offices and brokers for any necessary manifest corrections.
- Track and monitor shipments; analyze logistics data to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Coordinate with service providers such as shipping lines, transportation and storage companies, customs brokers, and Sumitomo Corporation for smooth operations.
- Liaise with internal departments (PDI, Sales, Finance & Accounting) for shipment status, payment processing, and related logistics matters.
- Maintain accurate records and logs for orders, stocks, transportation, receiving, delivery, and sales activities.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, customs regulations, and import/export laws.
Skills and Competencies:
- Professional and enthusiastic manner with a passion for learning
- Familiarity with import/export documentation and banking transaction requirements.
- Excellent coordination, communication, and analytical skills.
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and achieving abilities.
- Energetic and Sociable.
- Active team player.
- Open for travel for Iraqi cities as well as abroad.
Experience and Qualification:
- At least 2 years in a similar role, and knowledge in automotive sector.
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Power Point, Outlook, etc.)
- Fluency in Arabic and English. Kurdish is a plus.
- Iraqi nationality.