Job Vacancy: Import Export Assistant

Primo Homes is inviting qualified and motivated candidates to apply for the position of Import Export Assistant.

Position

Import Export Assistant

Education: Bachelor's degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience: 1–3 years of proven experience in import/export operations, logistics, or supply chain management (junior to mid-level).
Work Location: Addis Ababa
Application Deadline: July 16, 2026

Prepare, review, organize, and maintain import and export documentation in accordance with Ethiopian customs and government regulations.
Process import and export permits through the Ethiopia Single Window (ESW) system and ensure timely approvals.
Prepare and verify essential trade documents, including:
- Proforma Invoices
- Commercial Invoices
- Packing Lists
- Bills of Lading (B/L), Air Waybills (AWB), and Truck Waybills (TWA)
- Certificates of Origin
- Insurance Certificates
- Inspection Certificates
- Letters of Credit (L/C) and other banking documents
Handle Djibouti Free Zone documentation and billing processes.
Ensure full compliance with regulations issued by the Ethiopian Customs Commission, Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration (MoTRI), and the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE).

Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs clearing agents, and financial institutions to ensure efficient cargo movement.
Track shipments and provide regular status updates to management and relevant stakeholders.
Monitor logistics costs, including freight, customs duties, storage, handling, and demurrage charges.
Manage shipment schedules to ensure timely delivery while proactively addressing delays.
Maintain organized logistics records and documentation for auditing and future reference.

Work closely with banks to facilitate foreign exchange approvals and process Letters of Credit (L/C), Cash Against Documents (CAD), advance payments, and documentary collections in compliance with National Bank of Ethiopia directives.
Ensure all banking documentation is complete, accurate, and submitted on time.

Maintain accurate shipment records, import/export databases, and tracking systems.
Prepare operational reports and analyze data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
Support inventory and supply chain management activities.

Provide administrative and operational support to the Import/Export Manager or Logistics Head.
Carry out additional responsibilities assigned by management to ensure smooth logistics and supply chain operations.