Import And Export Executive

Syncotts; New Delhi; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Syncotts is seeking an experienced import/export professional to oversee end-to-end operations, ensuring compliance with international trade rules and documentation requirements. You will manage trade documents, coordinate with freight forwarders, and negotiate costs to optimize logistics spend.

The role requires 2–5 years in import/export or international logistics, with strong knowledge of customs compliance and global logistics. Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years’ experience in import/export management or international logistics.
• Thorough knowledge of customs compliance, trade documentation, and global logistics.
• Strong negotiation skills with carriers, freight forwarders, and service providers.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with ERP/trade management systems a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end import and export operations including documentation, customs clearance, and logistics coordination.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant international trade laws, customs regulations, and import/export documentation requirements.
• Prepare and manage trade documentation such as invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and regulatory filings.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and vendors to secure timely and cost-effective shipment movements.
• Negotiate freight rates, insurance, duties, and other costs to optimize logistics spend.
• Monitor shipment status and resolve transport delays, customs issues, or compliance challenges.
• Maintain accurate records and MIS reports for senior management review.
• Keep updated on changes in trade regulations, tariffs, and international compliance standards.
• Work closely with procurement, finance, and operations teams to align import/export activities with business objectives.

Skills

Customs compliance

Trade documentation

Global logistics

Negotiation with carriers

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Business / Supply Chain / Logistics

Masters preferred

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end import and export operations including documentation, customs clearance, and logistics coordination.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant international trade laws, customs regulations, and import/export documentation requirements.
• Prepare and manage trade documentation such as invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and regulatory filings.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and vendors to secure timely and cost-effective shipment movements.
• Negotiate freight rates, insurance, duties, and other costs to optimize logistics spend.
• Monitor shipment status and resolve transport delays, customs issues, or compliance challenges.
• Maintain accurate records and MIS reports for senior management review.
• Keep updated on changes in trade regulations, tariffs, and international compliance standards.
• Work closely with procurement, finance, and operations teams to align import/export activities with business objectives.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field (Masters preferred).
• Minimum 2- 5 years’ experience in import/export management or international logistics.
• Thorough knowledge of customs compliance, trade documentation, and global logistics.
• Strong negotiation skills with carriers, freight forwarders, and service providers.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with ERP/trade management systems a plus.