Freight Executive

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JOB TITLE: Freight Executive

FUNCTION: Operations

LOCATION: Colombo, Sri Lanka

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

The Freight Executive at Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC, will be responsible for ensuring the smooth clearance and delivery of import shipments, coordinating with internal and external partners, and maintaining compliance with government regulations related to import and export activities. The Freight Executive will also oversee the management of clearing agents, courier agents, and other service providers, while actively engaging with government officials and financial institutions to facilitate the timely processing of shipments and payments.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Import Clearance: Ensure all import shipments are cleared and delivered on time, adhering to internal controls and government requirements related to import and exports, with zero impact on operations.
• Duty Payments: Arrange duty payments for import shipments in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and internal financial processes.
• Export Documentation: Prepare and maintain accurate documents related to export shipments, including shipping manifests, bills of lading, and export declarations, in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Coordination with Carriers: Coordinate with shipping lines and airlines to arrange transportation for import and export shipments, ensuring timely delivery and optimal routing.
• Management of Clearing Agents: Oversee the overall management of clearing agents for CTC, including negotiating service agreements, monitoring performance, and arranging payments.
• Management of Courier Agents: Manage the overall relationship with courier agents, ensuring timely delivery of documents and parcels and arranging payments as required.
• Financial Audit Support: Submit documents related to finance audits and follow up on supplier payments, ensuring compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.
• Shipping Guarantees: Arrange shipping guarantees as needed to secure transportation services and comply with contractual obligations.
• Document Management: Maintain organized files related to all shipments, ensuring easy access to documentation for audits and inquiries.
• Engagement with Government Officials: Engage with government officials as necessary to obtain import and export licenses, plant quarantine licenses, fertilizer licenses, and other permits required for shipment clearance.
• Container Deposit Management: Maintain a container deposit tracker and ensure timely recovery of container deposits from shipping lines upon return of containers.
• Bank Engagement: Engage with banks to obtain proforma endorsements approval and facilitate financial transactions related to import and export activities.
• Transport Arrangement: Arrange transportation for all shipments cleared, coordinating with logistics service providers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Bsc. In International transport management & Logistics or Equivalent qualification in Supply chain management.
• Experience in freight clearing, including customs clearances obtaining bank gurantees and relevant licesnces and certification related to importation of materials.
• Team leadership capabilities with strong collaborative and influencing skills.
• Effective partner engagement with internal and key external authorities, Government bodies, contractors etc.
• Knowledge in EHS Guidelines and BAT Best Practices and local regulatory requirements applicable.

What we offer you?
•    We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
•    Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
•    Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
•    You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
•    We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.