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Responsibility and authority Key tasks and responsibilities Customs Compliance and Strategy: -       Define and maintain BWE Gabon's customs compliance framework in line with Gabonese customs law, the CEMAC Customs Code, and applicable international standards -       Lead the selection and management of customs regimes (ATS/ATN, temporary admission, definitive importation) for all inbound and outbound flows -       Monitor regulatory developments and proactively adapt BWE's customs processes and documentation standards Project Customs Planning -       Lead customs planning for capital and drilling projects -       Coordinate pre-importation strategy with Procurement, Logistics, and Finance to optimise duty exposure and avoid delays -       Manage the importation of long-lead items, specialised equipment, and bulk consumables in compliance with applicable regimes -       Develop and present importation plans and regulatory roadmaps to management when required Authority and Regulatory Relationships: -       Manage relationships with Gabonese regulatory bodies, freight forwarders and transit agents, ensuring performance, compliance, and cost efficiency Documentation and Records Management: -       Maintain accurate, updated trackers of all shipments in transit, locally purchased goods, and imported materials -       Oversee the archiving of customs files, declarations, and supporting documents in accordance with regulatory retention requirements Audit, Legal and Risk Management: -       Lead BWE's response to customs audits, including preparation of documentation, coordination with Legal, and representation in proceedings -       Manage customs litigation matters and ensure all required evidence and compliance records are available and properly maintained -       Identify customs compliance risks and escalate to the Deputy Supply Chain Manager with proposed mitigations Team Supervision and Development -       Provide daily technical supervision and quality assurance over the work of the Transit & Customs Coordinator -       Develop the team's competency in customs regulations, documentation standards, and IFS usage -       Define and monitor team KPIs; report on performance and compliance to the Deputy Supply Chain Manager Cross-functional Coordination -       Coordinate with Procurement, Logistics, Warehouse, Finance, and Legal on all customs-related matters -       Provide customs input to tender evaluations, contract negotiations, and supplier qualification processes where relevant -       Ensure accurate and timely communication of customs status, delays, and risks to all relevant internal stakeholders Requirements Education Bachelor’s degree in Customs Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Trade, or a related field Experience ·                Minimum 5 years of experience in customs clearance, transit management and import/export operations, with at least 3 years in the Oil & Gas or extractive industry. ·                Proven experience managing customs regimes specific to Gabon or the CEMAC zone (ATS/ATN, temporary admission) – Prior experience with a freight forwarder or customs broker is a plus. ·