Transit Officer / Import Officer

COMPANY BACKGROUND & JOB SUMMARY Monoprix is known as the first Supermarket of its category to operate in Mauri-tius and forms part of Harel Mallac Group. It now comprises of three stores at Curepipe, Bagatelle and Cascavelle. It operates in a business environment where there is fierce competit ...

COMPANY BACKGROUND & JOB SUMMARY
Monoprix is known as the first Supermarket of its category to operate in Mauri-tius and forms part of Harel Mallac Group. It now comprises of three stores at Curepipe, Bagatelle and Cascavelle. It operates in a business environment where there is fierce competition and difficulties beyond its control such as Government economic agenda and customer’s demand.

A great opportunity currently exists within Monoprix which is recruiting a Transit Officer / Import Officer.

The job incumbent shall be responsible for all logistics involved concerning imported goods.

MAIN DUTIES:
-Prepares order request forms for foreign orders and sends for approval by General Manger
-Follows up with foreign purchase orders and applies for permit for goods from purchase order
-Liaises with Transit Agent for the clearing of goods from customs
-Verifies bills of entry and sends payment request to Accounts Department for goods clearance
-Verifies documents in conformity with customs regulations
-Ensures that orders and logistics follow a logical and smooth flow until stock is received on time
-Ensures that related procedures are promptly followed
-Verifies bill of entry and authorises payment

WORK EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- A minimum of 2 years’ working experience in a dynamic environment in a similar position
- A Higher School Certificate
- Knowledge of trade and import
- Strong interpersonal skills
- At ease with MS Office tools

The company reserves the right to call only the most suitable candidates for interview.