Applications are invited from suitable and qualified candidates for the position of Customs Clearance Lead at Airtel Nigeria.
About Airtel Nigeria
Airtel Networks Limited, known as Airtel Nigeria, is a prominent telecommunications provider headquartered in Lagos. It is a leading mobile network operator in Nigeria with a vision to be the most loved brand in Nigerians’ lives. Airtel Nigeria offers high-quality voice, data, and value-added services, focusing on innovation, customer satisfaction, and strategic partnerships. Its wide-ranging services cater to diverse segments, promoting connectivity, information access, and economic growth. Airtel Nigeria’s commitment to superior telecommunications has established it as a significant player in Nigeria’s communication landscape.
Summary
- Company: Airtel Nigeria
- Job Title: Lead, Customs Clearance
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND/MSC
- Locations: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Title: Lead, Customs Clearance
Responsibilities
Logistics management and support for asset management
- Manage import activities and processes for network equipment, ensuring compliance with Nigerian customs and regulatory standards
- Apply HS codes accurately to ensure correct duties are paid on all shipments
- Oversee customs documentation to enable warehouse receipt of equipment and facilitate finance payments
- Support the Network team in planning importation of equipment.
- Review import documentation and payments to ensure readiness for customs post‑clearance audits.
- Use of Customs e-Advance Ruling system to address all contentious HS codes for materials
End-to-end logistics operations management
- Ensure timely delivery of all Opex and Capex items into the country.
- Facilitate repair and return of faulty network equipment to sustain operations.
- Coordinate customs clearance for imported consignments.
- Resolve documentation gaps in imports and purchases to prevent excess duties or clearance delays.
- Maintain accurate asset tracking of imported equipment.
- Manage relationships with third‑party customs agents.
- Drive cost efficiency across inbound and outbound logistics in line with budget targets.
- Circulate required reports promptly through direct reports.
- Oversee agent payments within 14 days of job completion.
Relationship management with all regulatory agencies & OEM’s
- Manage queries and escalations from regulatory agencies on imports.
- Resolve delivery issues from OEM’s and user departments.
- Ensure timely payments to foreign suppliers in line with PO delivery terms.
- Enhance clearing productivity by effectively managing monthly SLA meetings with agents.
- Lead the annual HS code harmonization exercise with clearing agents
Cross functional engagement and support
- Act as the Single Point of contact for Custom clearing activities for SCM across stakeholder departments
- Develop a win-win working relationship between Network Team and OEM’s for material imports
- Develop a collaborative working relationship with all 3PL vendors
- Collaborate and communicate effectively, ensuring an inclusive approach to team work
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Qualifications for the position of Customs Clearance Lead at Airtel Nigeria
Educational Qualifications
- First degree in Engineering, Numerical Sciences or Business studies
Relevant Experience & Functional / Technical Skills
- Minimum of 10 years of experience
- Ability to manage business relationships
- Good understanding of Customs HS codes for telecom equipment’s
- Good understanding of Clearance & Import/export requirements
- Ability to coordinate and multitask.
- Good management skills and ability to deliver results through other people
- Analytical and presentation Skills
- Good negotiation Skills
Deadline
12th December, 2025
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