What you’ll do:

1. End-to-End Import Management
• Manage complete import lifecycle from PO issuance to final delivery
• Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and CHA for seamless shipment execution
• Plan and track shipments (Air/Sea) ensuring adherence to timelines
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2. Documentation & Compliance
• Review and validate import documents:
o Commercial Invoice
o Packing List
o Bill of Lading (BL) / AWB
o Certificate of Origin
• Ensure compliance with:
o DGFT regulations
o Customs Act & import policies
o HS Code classification and duty structures
• Handle import licenses and certifications if required
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3. Customs Clearance Coordination
• Liaise with CHA for timely clearance of shipments
• Verify correctness of Bill of Entry filing
• Ensure duty payments and avoid demurrage/detention
• Resolve customs queries and audit requirements
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4. Freight & Cost Optimization
• Negotiate freight rates with forwarders and shipping lines
• Monitor and reduce logistics costs (freight, duty, warehousing)
• Analyze landed cost and identify cost-saving opportunities
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5. Shipment Tracking & MIS Reporting
• Track shipment status and proactively handle delays
• Provide regular updates to internal stakeholders
• Maintain MIS reports on:
o Shipment performance
o Freight costs
o Delivery timelines
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6. Vendor & Stakeholder Management
• Manage relationships with:
o Overseas suppliers
o Freight forwarders
o Customs brokers
• Coordinate with internal departments: procurement, finance, warehouse
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7. Risk & Issue Management
• Identify operational bottlenecks and resolve import-related issues
• Manage risks like shipment delays, documentation errors, compliance issues
• Ensure cargo insurance coverage
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8. Warehouse & Last-mile Coordination
• Plan inbound movement from port to warehouse
• Coordinate transporters for final delivery
• Ensure proper goods receipt and inspection
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9. Finance & Payment Coordination
• Validate freight and CHA invoices
• Ensure timely duty and statutory payments
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10. Process Improvement & Digitization
• Drive improvements in logistics processes and lead time reduction
• Work on ERP/SAP systems for shipment tracking and reporting
• Implement best practices in import operations

Qualifications:

🎓 Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain / Logistics / Commerce / Business Administration

• 8+ years in Import Logistics / International Supply Chain

Skills:

• Experience in manufacturing, trading, or distribution industries preferred