Assistant Manager Imports

To manage and streamline the complete import process — from initiating purchase requirements and coordinating with foreign suppliers to ensuring timely shipment, documentation, and payment processing — in alignment with organizational policies and supply chain objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Initiate purchase requirements with foreign vendors.
• Negotiate payment terms & prices if necessary.
• Preparation of preplans for internal approvals.
• Place orders to suppliers after internal approval.
• Forward the LC/ Advance Payment request to banking/ finance team.
• Follow up with banking & finance for LC/ advance payments.
• Follow up with supplier to get the confirmation of LC drafts.
• Follow up with banking for transmission of LC’s.
• Follow with supplier for readiness of orders.
• Prepare goods ready at origin detail to get the approval from SCM for movement.
• Initiate inquires for forwarder arrangement.
• Prepare freight comparisons for nomination of forwarder.
• Follow with forwarder & supplier for shipping schedule.
• Arrange shipping documents from suppliers.
• Follow up with suppliers for on time submission of shipping documents in banks in case of LC/CAD.
• Booking on DHL for samples.
• Prepare loading plan for Finished Goods (Chairs) shipments.
• Create SAP PO’s.
• Update the shipment status to HOD/SCM.
• Any other task assigned by the HOD.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, International Trade from a recognized institution.
• Certification in Import/Export Operations or International Logistics will be an added advantage.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in import operations, international procurement, and logistics coordination.
• Experience in a manufacturing or trading organization will be preferred.
• Strong knowledge of LC processes, shipping documentation, and customs procedures.
• Hands-on experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is must.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Provident Fund
• EOBI
• Paid Leaves
• Easy loan & advance facility