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