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Brian Peter

Brian Peter

Cargo Logistics Specialist

Nairobi, Nairobi AreaMember since February 5, 2024
Customs DeclarationPhysical Planning and Clearance of CargoFreight ForwardingICMSCross-border Customs Clearance
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About

I am a young dedicated and skilled cargo logistics specialist with experience in Nairobi JKIA, Nairobi ICD, and Mombasa port, capable of contributing to improved efficiency in movement of cargo. I have gained skills in customs declaration, physical planning and clearance of cargo with an impressive record time of clearance due to efficient planning across government agencies to ensure smooth delivery. I am also adept in freight forwarding with a vast network of partners across the globe for quick and secure shipping of cargo.

I am a skilled logistics professional focused on exceeding marketing revenue goals, driving brand loyalty, new acquisitions, and growing customers businesses with timely delivery. Ensuring that customers satisfaction is of paramount importance. My key goal is to exceed delivery expectations with the minimal time possible.

Experience

EAC Import and Export Supervisor - KEDA KENYA CERAMICS (TWFORD)

(2025-05)

  • Oversee the cross-border movement of finished tiles, tile raw materials and spare parts through Namanga Border, covering imports from Tanzania and exports from Kenya to Tanzania.
  • Coordinate lake-based exports of tiles and sanitaryware through Kisumu to Uganda, ensuring timely documentation, clearance and cargo movement.
  • Manage cross-border customs clearance at Busia Border for tile exports to Uganda, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Burundi and South Sudan.
  • Coordinate sea exports to Somalia from Nairobi to the Port of Mogadishu, including timely space booking, export documentation and efficient customs clearance.
  • Liaise with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) on customs policies and compliance matters relating to the EAC Rules of Origin.
  • Supervise and monitor clearing agents handling company operations at Namanga and Busia Borders, ensuring compliance, accountability and timely cargo clearance.
  • Coordinate coal imports from Tanzania through Namanga Border and coal imports from South Africa through the Port of Mombasa.
  • Coordinate with transporters on container collection, positioning and timely loading to support efficient and on-schedule tile exports.
  • Manage air exports of tiles from Nairobi to Zambia and Ghana for sister companies, ensuring timely bookings, documentation and shipment execution.
  • Participate in business seminars and stakeholder engagements to strengthen collaboration with key market stakeholders, including government agencies.
  • Provide training and operational guidance to junior staff on applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to promote compliance and consistent execution.
  • Resolve operational and regulatory queries raised by KRA, URA, TRA and other government stakeholders, proactively addressing issues to prevent clearance delays across all borders.

Operations Manager - GANAR LOGISTICS LIMITED

(2022-01 - 2024-12)

  • Implementing strategies for efficient cargo clearance and timely delivery.
  • Ensuring Customs documentation is in order and follows the guideline provided by the govt for both imports and exports.
  • Advising importers on regulations required for specific or special cargo to minimize untimely delays and storage-related losses.
  • Analyzing and implementing cost-saving measures on both air and sea shipments.
  • Training and managing junior staff members.
  • Identifying the latest industry trends and optimizing them for improved team performance.

Operations Manager - SAFARILINE CARGO LIMITED

(2019-08 - 2021-12)

Port Operations - EAC LOGISTICS LIMITED

(2017-01 - 2019-07)

Intern - SALIMOND FREIGHT SERVICES

(2015-12 - 2016-08)

Education

Diploma - Clearing And Forwarding - Nairobi Aviation College (2014 - 2015)

Certificate - KESRA (ICMS CERTIFICATE) - JKIA Nairobi (2019 - 2019)

High School - General - General Mulinge High School (2010 - 2013)

Skills

Cargo Logistics Specialist

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