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Customs Transit Officer

Retina Pharmaceuticals

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Business

Supply Chain & Purchasing Management

Addis Ababa

1 Position

2025-12-30

to

2026-01-30

Required Skills

advise on customs regulations

Fields of study

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Purchase & supply management

Full Time

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Job Description

Retina Pharmaceuticals is a reputable and dynamic company specializing in high-quality diagnostics, life sciences solutions, and medical equipment. We are dedicated to supporting essential medical endeavors and contributing to societal progress. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and integrity-driven Customs Transit Officer to join our Procurement & Logistics department.

Position Overview

  • Position Title: Customs Transit Officer 

  • Department: Procurement & Logistics 

  • Reports To: Logistics Team Lead

  • Employment Type: Full-time 

  • Salary: Negotiable 

The Customs Transit Officer serves as the primary internal point of contact to ensure the seamless, compliant, and timely clearance of all imported goods. This role is critical in managing relationships with clearing agents and meeting all regulatory requirements to prevent supply chain disruptions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Customs & Regulatory Compliance: Oversee end-to-end clearance for all shipments, including commercial and special "Free of Charge" (FOC) items.

  • Operational Excellence: Achieve a target port dwelling time of 4–6 days per shipment.

  • Financial Management: Ensure accurate and timely payment of all customs duties, taxes, and fees, maintaining meticulous records of receipts.

  • Stakeholder Liaison: Work closely with clearing agents to facilitate physical inspections and secure the final release and delivery of goods to the warehouse.

  • Specialized Handling: Ensure strict compliance with regulations for pharmaceutical imports, including cold-chain requirements and import permits.

  • Documentation & Tracking: Collect and verify essential documents like Air Waybills (AWB) and manage official correspondence from Customs Headquarters.

  • Real-time Communication: Provide continuous updates on shipment progress to the logistics team to facilitate fleet arrangements and final delivery.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a professional with a high level of integrity and exceptional attention to detail.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a health-related field.

  • Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience in customs clearance and logistics.

  • Industry Knowledge: Practical, in-depth knowledge of customs procedures and regulatory requirements specifically for pharmaceutical imports is mandatory.

  • Agency Relations: Proven experience working directly with clearing and freight forwarding agencies.

Core Competencies:

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

  • A proactive approach to identifying potential operational issues or delays.

  • Unwavering Ethics: Uphold the highest ethical standards; the company maintains a zero-tolerance policy for corruption or unethical practices.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their application via email to: job1@retina-pharma.com 

Retina Pharmaceutical is an equal-opportunity employer. We value professionalism and a commitment to excellence in the healthcare supply chain.

Fields Of Study

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Purchase & supply management

Skills Required

advise on customs regulations

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