Job Position : Export Import Manager

Location : Pune - Factory

Industry : FMCG - World's leaders in Chocolates

Years of experience : 5-12 yrs ONLY

Industry Preference : Industry could be FMCG, Food & Beverages, Agriculture, Pharma, Preferably from food

Knowledge & Experience :

- 5 years + Experience

- Should have managed Import/Export for a food company for atleast 2 years

- Experience in developing and working through 3rd Party Logistics Service Providers

- Knowledge of EXIM Laws/Regulations

Education & Professional Qualification :

- Graduate in any discipline-

- Diploma/PG Diploma/MBA in International Business /Foreign Trade-

- PG Diploma / Degree in Supply Chain / Logistics (preferred)-

Responsibilities :

- This role is accountable for all Import and Export operations. The role covers finished goods, Raw materials, Plant& Machinery and Ensure efficiency in the Company's Imports/Exports Logistics System. The role is 50% strategic & 50% operational in nature.

- Ensure on time clearance of import/export shipments including Finished products, Bulk, Raws and packs.

- Setting up the Import process/system internally and driving accountability with the 3P Service providers

- Drive efficiency in the entire custom clearance process to deliver cost savings and ensure spend is within budgeted amount.

- Liaison with Customs, FSSAI, SRA and Taxation departments for 100% compliance and to avail the benefits applicable for our industry

Vendor Management :

- Driving Accountability with 3P Service Providers - Clearing Agents/Shipping lines/Transporters

- Developing KPIs/Performance Dashboards - SLAs& Contract Management

- Process Management

- Setting up internal processes/Systems for a seamless import & export - Structured Approach

- Tracking of incoming shipments/Payments& Providing visibility to Stakeholders

- Driving Efficiency/Savings

- To manage the EXIM logistics budget, forecasting and corrective action on budget and spend.

- Industry benchmarking and explore innovative methods to synergize and save costs

- Responsible for finding faster shipping routes and lower cost carriers as well as developing contingency plans to facilitate an expedited shipment

Coordination & Stakeholder Management :

- Overall Co-ordination between Warehouse, Accounts and Supply Planning Team on shipments

- Ocean and Air Freight Management for imports and exports

- Build good and healthy working relationships with Government agency representatives

Research & Documentation :

- Keep up with ever changing Government Policies and Tariffs on Importation of Goods

- Need to ensure Import/Export administration regulations are followed to avoid shipment delays and costly penalties

- Filing and keeping records of all imports/Export documents, Bill process and payment

Key Competencies :

- Proactiveness & Planning

- Process Management

- Stakeholder Management : Dealing with Internal Stakeholders & Vendors & External Authorities

- Learning : Keeping updated with Industry trends

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