Import Manager

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Position: Manager – Import

Department: Operations / Import Documentation

Industry: Freight Forwarding & Logistics

Experience Required: 5 – 15 Years

Key Responsibilities

1. Customer Management & Coordination

• Serve as primary contact for key import clients and manage complete communication.
• Resolve escalations, guide on customs procedures, and maintain strong client relationships.

2. Liner / Carrier Coordination

• Coordinate with shipping lines, NVOCCs, and agents for BL release/corrections, ANs, DOs, manifest updates, and freight confirmations.
• Handle escalations related to carriers, DO delays, and documentation issues.

3. Import Documentation (Manager Level)

• Oversee end-to-end import documentation: Invoice, PL, COO, BL, Insurance, etc.
• Ensure compliance with customs rules, HS codes, and statutory requirements.
• Review and approve team documentation for accuracy.

4. Accounts & Cost Control

• Coordinate billing, vendor reconciliation, and job costing with Accounts.
• Approve liner, CHA, transport, and CFS bills; monitor job profitability and closures.
• Support management in controlling operational costs.

5. Shipment Coordination & Operations

• Manage shipment movement from origin to final delivery.
• Coordinate with CHA, transporters, and CFS for timely clearance and delivery.
• Track milestones and manage operational escalations.

6. Team Leadership & Process Improvement

• Lead and mentor the documentation team; assign tasks and monitor performance.
• Drive process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Keep team updated on customs regulations, INCOTERMS, and best practices.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in import freight forwarding operations and customs documentation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and coordination skills.
• In-depth knowledge of INCO Terms, HS codes, port/CFS operations, and customs procedures.
• Ability to handle high-volume shipments and operational escalations independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a customer-centric approach.
• Proficiency in MS Office, email correspondence, and freight ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Graduate in any discipline (Commerce/Logistics preferred).
• 5–15 years of experience in Import Documentation & Operations in the freight forwarding sector, including at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT CTC?
• WHAT IS YOUR EXPECTED CTC?
• YOUR NOTICE PERIOD

Experience:

• SEA IMPORT : 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person