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Import Operations Support

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

This role will be a six months contractual role.

Key responsibilities

Managing import processes for Turkey inbound shipment from other Kerry sites to floor stock

Working directly with suppliers to provide support with shipping documents for import clearance

Coordination of freight booking with 3rd party vendors and freight forwarders to provide the most cost‑effective and timely transport method and track the location of the shipments

Maintaining accurate and complete records for all import transactions and ensuring smooth flow of information to all related parties including suppliers and internal parties.

Monitoring topics on matters like tariffs, insurance, and quotas

Consulting with customs agents to ease passage of shipments through customs

Liaising with Supply Chain, warehouse, government agencies and freight forwarders to ensure open communication with regards to the import process and compliance

Performing other ad‑hoc duties as and when required

Collaborating with relevant departments in existing and emerging processes related to the function; performing duties in alignment with Kerry’s values, demonstrating open‑mindedness, inclusiveness, and ownership

Managing investment incentive processes (Yatırım Teşvik) including preparation of required documentation, coordination with government authorities, and ensuring compliance with incentive regulations

Overseeing machinery import procedures in line with TSE (Turkish Standards Institution) requirements, ensuring certification, technical conformity, and smooth customs clearance for industrial equipment

Qualifications and skills

Bachelor’s Degree
Min 3 years import operation experience* Familiarity with INCOTERMS and international logistics practices
Know-how on advanced software, systems and IT tools
Good Turkish & English Language (spoken and written)
Good clerical and administration skills

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