Unlock Your Career Potential as an Export Officer at GZ Industries
Are you an experienced logistics and international trade professional looking for an exciting opportunity to scale your career with an industry leader? GZ Industries, West Africa’s premier aluminum can manufacturer with a rapidly expanding footprint across sub-Saharan Africa, is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Export Officer to join our high-performing team.
At GZ Industries, our vision is to operate a world-class Aluminum Beverage Can Manufacturing facility, driven by our mission to produce high-quality aluminum cans utilizing the best technology and personnel while remaining deeply committed to environmental sustainability and stakeholder satisfaction.
Role Overview
As our Export Officer, you will take ownership of managing and coordinating the end-to-end export process. You will ensure the timely, cost-effective, and fully compliant shipment of finished goods, raw materials, packaging materials, and recyclable materials to international customers, while strictly adhering to Nigerian export regulations and global trade requirements.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and execute all export shipments via sea, air, or road freight.
- Manage the complete export cycle from initial order receipt through final delivery to international clients.
- Ensure export orders are processed and shipped accurately in accordance with customer specifications and agreed timelines.
- Coordinate cargo loading, container stuffing, and shipment scheduling with reliable logistics service providers.
- Prepare, verify, and process all essential export documentation, including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Proforma Invoices, Form NXP, Certificates of Origin, Clean Certificates of Inspection (CCI), Bills of Lading, and all relevant export permits and licenses.
- Ensure rigorous compliance with the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), Pre-Shipment Inspection Agencies, and Port Authorities.
- Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs agents, and transport providers to guarantee efficient port operations and minimize costly delays.
- Maintain and cultivate strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including shipping lines, customs brokers, financial institutions, and regulatory agencies.
- Monitor export logistics expenses closely to ensure adherence to approved budgets and identify continuous improvement opportunities within export processes.
- Support digitization and automation initiatives aimed at streamlining export operations.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's Degree or HND in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Maritime Studies, International Trade, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Experience: A minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven professional experience in export logistics, shipping, freight forwarding, or international trade.
What We Offer
Joining GZ Industries means stepping into an environment where your professional growth is prioritized. We offer:
- An exceptional employee experience
- Accelerated career growth and development opportunities
- Competitive remuneration packages
- A collaborative, supportive, and driven team culture
Method of Application:
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CVs and cover letters to the official GZ Industries recruitment email at careers@gzican.com using the job title as the subject of the email.
