Import Export Manager

Import/Export Compliance & Liaison Lead

Location :Delhi

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Regulatory Liaison & Compliance
• Maintain proactive and professional relationships with officers across:
• Department of Defence Production (DDP)
• Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)
• Defence Industries Production (DIP)
• Customs & GST
• Delhi Police Licensing Unit
• Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA PM Division)
• DRI Section - DGCA
• DPIIT - Ministry of Commerce
• Ensure timely approvals, clearances, and documentation for import/export activities.
• Monitor and interpret changes in defence trade regulations, customs procedures, and licensing norms.
• Documentation & Process Management
• Prepare and manage import/export documentation including shipping bills, invoices, customs declarations, and DGFT filings.
• Coordinate with internal teams for timely submission of NFAs, change orders, and contract amendments.
• Ensure compliance with EOU/DTA norms, duty structures, and tax implications.

• Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination
• Liaise with vendors, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to ensure smooth logistics and timely delivery.
• Support internal teams in procurement planning, rate contracts, and vendor development.
• Audit & Reporting
• Maintain audit-ready records for all import/export transactions.
• Generate MIS reports on trade volumes, duty savings, and regulatory interactions.

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

• Timely acquisition of import/export licenses and clearances.
• Zero non-compliance incidents in audits and inspections.
• Effective coordination with government departments leading to reduced turnaround time.
• Accurate and complete documentation for all shipments.
• Contribution to cost savings through duty optimization and process efficiency.

Qualifications

• Graduate/Postgraduate in International Trade, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Preferably with certifications in EXIM procedures, DGFT compliance, or customs law.

Experience

• Minimum 10–15years in import/export operations within Defence, aerospace, or high-compliance sectors.

Proven experience in government liaison and regulatory compliance