Assistant Manager – Import

Job Opportunity: Assistant Manager – Import

Location: Karachi
Gender: Open to all (female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply)
Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field (HEC recognized institute/university)
Experience: 1–4 years
Preferred Age Range: 26–29 years

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and verify all documentation related to imports and general procurement.
• Oversee daily import operations, ensuring timely and cost-efficient execution.
• Accurately calculate landed costs for machine parts and other items using HS codes.
• Source, evaluate, and develop international and local vendors to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.
• Ensure strict compliance with trade regulations, customs requirements, and internal company policies.
• Track pending orders, follow up with suppliers, and ensure timely deliveries.
• Prepare and present monthly procurement and import performance reports to senior management.
• Conduct month-end reconciliations, checks, and reporting in line with company standards.
• Identify risks or bottlenecks in procurement/import processes and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with customer service, sales, and warehouse teams to resolve issues and maintain smooth workflows.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and clients, addressing concerns proactively.
• Coordinate with Accounts and Administration teams for sales invoices, duty/purchase invoices, and approvals.
• Handle accounting-related queries linked to imports and procurement transactions.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of import regulations, customs procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience in import documentation, landed cost calculation, vendor management, and procurement processes.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and related business applications.
• Excellent analytical, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities for vendor and stakeholder management.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs150,000.00 - Rs200,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person