Clearing Officer

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Clearing Supervisor or their designate, the Clearing Officer is responsible for supporting the execution of customs clearance and port operations for imports and exports within Ghana, particularly at Tema, for Kasapreko PLC and its affiliated companies.

Job Details

The Clearing Officer shall be responsible for:

• Prepare, process, and verify all customs documentation required for import and export clearance (e.g., invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, permits, and certificates).
• Coordinate with clearing agents, shipping lines, port authorities, and regulatory bodies to facilitate timely clearance of consignments.
• Track shipments from arrival to final clearance and delivery, ensuring adherence to timelines.
• Assist in resolving customs-related issues, including delays, discrepancies, and documentation errors.
• Ensure compliance with Ghana Customs regulations, including proper classification, valuation, and duty payments.
• Support efforts to achieve zero demurrage, detention, and storage charges through proactive follow-ups.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all clearance transactions and documentation.
• Liaise with internal departments (procurement, warehouse, finance) to ensure smooth coordination of logistics activities.
• Monitor and update shipment status reports and escalate issues to the supervisor when necessary.
• Assist in the preparation of logistics and clearance reports, including cost tracking and performance metrics.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed on updates to customs procedures, port operations, and trade regulations.
• Support audits by providing required documentation and ensuring proper record-keeping.

Requirements

Skills and Attributes Required:

• Basic working knowledge of Ghana Customs procedures and systems (GCNet/ICUMS).
• Understanding of import/export documentation and clearance processes.
• Familiarity with Incoterms, duties, tariffs, and shipping procedures is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of integrity and willingness to learn.
• A conscious SAFETY champion at all levels of operation.

Qualification:

• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–4 years’ post national service experience.
• Valid Ghanaian driver’s license is an advantage.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance for self and four direct dependents
• 13th Cheque 
• Monthly product allocation
• Leave allowance
• Tier 3 Contributions; 10% each, both Employer and Employee
• Funeral benefits; Parents, Spouse, Children

About Company

Kasapreko

https://kasapreko.seamlesshiring.com

The visionary Dr Kwabena Adjei started this journey from garage as he saw a vision that now stands as the only Ghanaian owned in Ghana that produces herbal based alcoholic and non-alcoholic products Moved by the increasing demand of quality alcoholic products, Kasapreko Company Ltd was founded in 1989 with the niche in producing herbal based alcoholic produced sourced locally. The company that started from a small garage of Dr Kwabena Adjei has developed into a state-of-the-art production facility with over 100 sku’s and exporting to 16 countries globally under various brands in the bitters, whisky, gin, liqueur, brandy, carbonated soft drinks and wine categories. Our brands are celebrated in Africa and across the world and was the first of the local manufacturers in Ghana to have established a modern quality control and product development laboratory and introduce its own proprietary bespoke bottles and caps. Kasapreko was also responsible for the conceptualization, research, design and development of the first scientifically formulated, herbal-based alcoholic beverage in Ghana – Alomo Bitters which is now the company’s flagship product. Our unique selling preposition of producing herbal based products is derived from our rich Ghanaian heritage, differentiating Kasapreko from others. We continuously make use of research and development as well as the latest technology with local/traditional recipes in our production process.