Background

Global Leaf Tanzania Limited (GLT) is the registered Company dealing in buying and selling Tobacco inside and outside the Country. GLT registered in September, 2023 and operates in Tanzania in four regions Shinyanga, Mara, Mbeya and Tabora. As new company in the industry we encourage others to join the course and grow together with the company.

Job Summary

The Export Officer will be responsible for managing and coordinating all export activities related to tobacco products. The role involves ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, preparing export documentation, coordinating shipments, and maintaining strong relationships with international buyers and logistics partners. The Export Officer will ensure that tobacco exports are processed efficiently, legally, and in line with company policies and international standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Export Documentation: Prepare and process all export documents including commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, phytosanitary certificates, and bills of lading. Ensure accuracy and compliance with import/export regulations.
• Export Coordination: Coordinate with shipping companies, freight forwarders, and clearing agents to ensure timely shipment of tobacco products. Monitor export schedules and ensure delivery deadlines are met.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all export activities comply with Tanzanian regulations and international trade laws. Maintain compliance with relevant authorities such as the Tanzania Revenue Authority and the Tanzania Tobacco Board.
• Customer and Market Coordination: Communicate with international buyers regarding orders, shipment status, and documentation. Handle export inquiries and resolve shipment-related issues.
• Logistics Management: Arrange transportation, booking of cargo space, and coordination with warehouses. Track shipments and ensure proper handling of tobacco consignments.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of all export transactions and documentation. Prepare export reports for management review.
• Cost Control: Monitor export costs including freight, insurance, and documentation fees. Assist in negotiating with logistics service providers to ensure cost-effective shipments.
• Risk Management: Ensure proper insurance coverage for export consignments. Identify and mitigate potential risks in export operations.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 1–5 years of experience in export operations, preferably in agricultural commodities or tobacco.
• Strong knowledge of export documentation and international shipping procedures.
• Familiarity with customs procedures and international trade regulations.
• Knowledge of export compliance with institutions such as the World Trade Organization is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Analytical and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Integrity and professionalism
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders

• Prepare and process all export documents including commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, phytosanitary certificates, and bills of lading.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with import/export regulations.
• Coordinate with shipping companies, freight forwarders, and clearing agents to ensure timely shipment of tobacco products.
• Monitor export schedules and ensure delivery deadlines are met.
• Ensure all export activities comply with Tanzanian regulations and international trade laws.
• Maintain compliance with relevant authorities such as the Tanzania Revenue Authority and the Tanzania Tobacco Board.
• Communicate with international buyers regarding orders, shipment status, and documentation.
• Handle export inquiries and resolve shipment-related issues.
• Arrange transportation, booking of cargo space, and coordination with warehouses.
• Track shipments and ensure proper handling of tobacco consignments.
• Maintain accurate records of all export transactions and documentation.
• Prepare export reports for management review.
• Monitor export costs including freight, insurance, and documentation fees.
• Assist in negotiating with logistics service providers to ensure cost-effective shipments.
• Ensure proper insurance coverage for export consignments.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks in export operations.

• Strong knowledge of export documentation and international shipping procedures.
• Familiarity with customs procedures and international trade regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail
• Analytical and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Integrity and professionalism
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders

• Bachelor’s Degree in International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 1–5 years of experience in export operations, preferably in agricultural commodities or tobacco.
• Knowledge of export compliance with institutions such as the World Trade Organization is an added advantage.