Impex Officer
2026-03-31T15:54:30+00:00
CDL Human Resource
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Human Services
Transportation & Logistics, Business Operations
2026-04-07T17:00:00+00:00
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Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
CDL was founded in early 2003 by its current Managing Director Lucy Mmari.Within her 14 year tenure in a well established logistics company, She honed her skill in human resources management and thereafter started CDL.
Responsibilities or duties
Import & Export Operations
- Coordinate all import shipments from order placement to final delivery.
- Liaise with suppliers, shipping lines, freight forwarders, and clearing agents to ensure timely clearance.
- Ensure full compliance with KRA Customs (iCMS), KEBS, PVOC, Port Health, KEPHIS, and all regulatory bodies.
- Track shipments and provide updated ETAs to relevant departments.
Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare and verify import/export documents including invoices, packing lists, BL/AWB, and certificates of origin.
- Review customs entries for correct HS code classification, valuation, duty, and tax application.
- Maintain proper documentation for audits, compliance checks, and internal controls.
Costing, Pricing & Product Mix Management
- Perform accurate landed cost calculations for imported goods.
- Support management in setting product prices and discounts based on landed cost, competitor analysis, and margin targets.
- Analyze the product mix to identify high-margin, fast-moving, low-margin, and slow-moving SKUs.
- Evaluate the impact of import-related expenses (freight, duty, handling, port fees, demurrage, storage, forex fluctuations) on pricing decisions.
- Recommend sourcing or pricing adjustments to maintain competitiveness.
- Provide detailed category performance analysis—revenue, margins, volume, and stock turnover.
Inventory & Supplier Management
- Maintain optimal inventory levels and prevent stock outs or overstocking of imported goods.
- Work with procurement and warehouse teams to manage inbound stock.
- Negotiate with service providers (freight forwarders, clearing agents, shipping lines) for competitive terms.
- Monitor supplier performance, import lead times, and cost variances.
Financial & Operational Reporting
- Prepare and share monthly reports on landed costs, import expenses, duty payments, and stock position.
- Provide insights on cost drivers and improvement opportunities.
- Support audit processes with accurate documentation.
- Track and report monthly category KPIs and performance against targets.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, International Trade, or related field.
- Strong knowledge of Kenyan customs processes, iCMS, HS codes, tariffs, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience in landed cost calculations and supporting product pricing decisions.
- Advanced knowledge of product mix analysis, including category performance, margin evaluation, stock turnover, and pricing impact.
- IT proficiency: Advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
- ERP knowledge – intermediate level.
- Strong analytical, presentation and problem-solving skills.
Experience needed
- 2–3 years’ experience in import/export operations, preferably in retail, FMCG, or manufacturing.
* Coordinate all import shipments from order placement to final delivery. * Liaise with suppliers, shipping lines, freight forwarders, and clearing agents to ensure timely clearance. * Ensure full compliance with KRA Customs (iCMS), KEBS, PVOC, Port Health, KEPHIS, and all regulatory bodies. * Track shipments and provide updated ETAs to relevant departments. * Prepare and verify import/export documents including invoices, packing lists, BL/AWB, and certificates of origin. * Review customs entries for correct HS code classification, valuation, duty, and tax application. * Maintain proper documentation for audits, compliance checks, and internal controls. * Perform accurate landed cost calculations for imported goods. * Support management in setting product prices and discounts based on landed cost, competitor analysis, and margin targets. * Analyze the product mix to identify high-margin, fast-moving, low-margin, and slow-moving SKUs. * Evaluate the impact of import-related expenses (freight, duty, handling, port fees, demurrage, storage, forex fluctuations) on pricing decisions. * Recommend sourcing or pricing adjustments to maintain competitiveness. * Provide detailed category performance analysis—revenue, margins, volume, and stock turnover. * Maintain optimal inventory levels and prevent stock outs or overstocking of imported goods. * Work with procurement and warehouse teams to manage inbound stock. * Negotiate with service providers (freight forwarders, clearing agents, shipping lines) for competitive terms. * Monitor supplier performance, import lead times, and cost variances. * Prepare and share monthly reports on landed costs, import expenses, duty payments, and stock position. * Provide insights on cost drivers and improvement opportunities. * Support audit processes with accurate documentation. * Track and report monthly category KPIs and performance against targets.
* Strong knowledge of Kenyan customs processes, iCMS, HS codes, tariffs, and regulatory requirements. * Experience in landed cost calculations and supporting product pricing decisions. * Advanced knowledge of product mix analysis, including category performance, margin evaluation, stock turnover, and pricing impact. * IT proficiency: Advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint. * ERP knowledge – intermediate level. * Strong analytical, presentation and problem-solving skills.
* Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, International Trade, or related field.
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Vacancy title:
Impex Officer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Human Services, Category: Transportation & Logistics, Business Operations]
Jobs at:
CDL Human Resource
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, April 7 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 31 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
CDL was founded in early 2003 by its current Managing Director Lucy Mmari.Within her 14 year tenure in a well established logistics company, She honed her skill in human resources management and thereafter started CDL.
Responsibilities or duties
Import & Export Operations
- Coordinate all import shipments from order placement to final delivery.
- Liaise with suppliers, shipping lines, freight forwarders, and clearing agents to ensure timely clearance.
- Ensure full compliance with KRA Customs (iCMS), KEBS, PVOC, Port Health, KEPHIS, and all regulatory bodies.
- Track shipments and provide updated ETAs to relevant departments.
Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare and verify import/export documents including invoices, packing lists, BL/AWB, and certificates of origin.
- Review customs entries for correct HS code classification, valuation, duty, and tax application.
- Maintain proper documentation for audits, compliance checks, and internal controls.
Costing, Pricing & Product Mix Management
- Perform accurate landed cost calculations for imported goods.
- Support management in setting product prices and discounts based on landed cost, competitor analysis, and margin targets.
- Analyze the product mix to identify high-margin, fast-moving, low-margin, and slow-moving SKUs.
- Evaluate the impact of import-related expenses (freight, duty, handling, port fees, demurrage, storage, forex fluctuations) on pricing decisions.
- Recommend sourcing or pricing adjustments to maintain competitiveness.
- Provide detailed category performance analysis—revenue, margins, volume, and stock turnover.
Inventory & Supplier Management
- Maintain optimal inventory levels and prevent stock outs or overstocking of imported goods.
- Work with procurement and warehouse teams to manage inbound stock.
- Negotiate with service providers (freight forwarders, clearing agents, shipping lines) for competitive terms.
- Monitor supplier performance, import lead times, and cost variances.
Financial & Operational Reporting
- Prepare and share monthly reports on landed costs, import expenses, duty payments, and stock position.
- Provide insights on cost drivers and improvement opportunities.
- Support audit processes with accurate documentation.
- Track and report monthly category KPIs and performance against targets.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, International Trade, or related field.
- Strong knowledge of Kenyan customs processes, iCMS, HS codes, tariffs, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience in landed cost calculations and supporting product pricing decisions.
- Advanced knowledge of product mix analysis, including category performance, margin evaluation, stock turnover, and pricing impact.
- IT proficiency: Advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
- ERP knowledge – intermediate level.
- Strong analytical, presentation and problem-solving skills.
Experience needed
- 2–3 years’ experience in import/export operations, preferably in retail, FMCG, or manufacturing.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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