Executive - SCM (Imports & Logistics)

Role Purpose [Why this role exists/ Business Problems This Role Will Solve] (24 lines defining business purpose):

• Ensure seamless execution of import operations by coordinating with overseas suppliers, freight forwarders, CHA, and internal stakeholders.
  • Enable timely availability of imported materials through effective logistics planning and customs clearance.
  • Maintain statutory compliance with import regulations while optimizing logistics cost and transit time.
  • Support uninterrupted manufacturing and business operations through efficient supply chain execution.

Critical Skills Required:

A. Must-Have Functional Skills

• Import Documentation & Customs Process

• International Logistics & Freight Coordination

• Incoterms, HS Code & DGFT Knowledge

• SAP/ERP Procurement & Logistics Module

• Vendor & CHA Coordination

• MS Excel & MIS Reporting,

• Shipment Planning & Tracking

• CHATGPT & AI TOOLS

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B. Transferable/ Trainable Skills

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Negotiation and stakeholder management
• Continuous improvement and process orientation.

Major Areas of Contribution:

1. Strategic Contribution:

• Ensure timely import of materials to support production and customer commitments.
  • Drive logistics cost optimization through effective freight planning and vendor coordination.
  • Improve import process efficiency by reducing clearance lead time.
  • Ensure compliance with import policies, statutory regulations, and internal controls.
• Develop and maintain relationships with logistics vendors, courier companies, transporters, and freight partners.

2. Functional Contribution:

Coordinate end-to-end import shipments from purchase order to material receipt.
• Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers (CHA), shipping lines, and transporters.
• Prepare and verify import documentation including Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading/AWB, BOE, COO, etc.
• Track shipments, monitor delivery schedules, and resolve logistics-related issues proactively.
• Maintain import MIS, shipment status reports, and support audits with required documentation.

• Resolve shipment delays, documentation discrepancies, shortages, damages, and clearance issues.

Success Indicators in First 6 Months

• Achieve timely customs clearance with minimal shipment delays.
  • Ensure high accuracy in import documentation and statutory compliance.
  • Improve shipment visibility through effective tracking and reporting.
  • Build strong coordination with suppliers, freight partners, and internal teams.
  • Identify opportunities for logistics cost savings and process improvements.

Ideal Candidate Background

• Graduate in Supply Chain, Logistics, Commerce, Diploma certification in Import-Export or Supply Chain Management preferred.
• 23 years of experience in Imports, International Logistics, or Supply Chain Operations.
• Hands-on experience in imports documentation, customs clearance, freight coordination, and ERP systems.
• Strong communication, planning, and coordination skills with attention to detail.

Growth opportunity for this role

Opportunity to grow into Senior Executive / Assistant Manager Imports & Logistics.
• Exposure to global sourcing, strategic procurement, and end-to-end supply chain management.
• Career progression into broader Supply Chain, Procurement, or Global Logistics leadership roles.