Import Executive

Stylsmyth; Mumbai City; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

StylSmyth in Mumbai is seeking an Import-Export Executive with 1-3 years of apparel export/import experience to manage documentation and liaison with international clients.

You will coordinate with factories, freight forwarders, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery, accurate invoicing, and smooth customs clearance in a fast-paced global fashion operation.

This role offers exposure to live global workflows and opportunities for growth in a dynamic, creative apparel environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in export/import operations within the apparel industry.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, verify, and manage export/import documentation including invoices, packing lists, BL/AWB, and customs paperwork.
• Track shipment reports to ensure timely PO bookings and adherence to shipping schedules and delivery windows.
• Coordinate with factories on production readiness, dispatch timelines, and shipment status.
• Liaise with overseas freight forwarders to ensure schedules are met and resolve transit or shipment issues.
• Share vessel options with management for approval based on timelines and cost efficiency.
• Communicate shipment status, delays, and changes proactively with sales and internal teams.
• Verify shipping documents and resolve discrepancies between Commercial Invoices and Customs Proforma invoices.
• Share final packing lists and shipment details with the warehouse for smooth dispatch coordination.
• Enter, track, and reconcile logistics-related invoices, assist with customs clearance, and handle factory chargebacks through debit memos.

Skills

Export-Import

Communication

Attention to detail

Project delivery

Job description

Job Description: Import Executive (Apparel Industry)

Location: Lower Parel, Mumbai
Reports to: Senior Manager Business Operations

About Us

StylSmyth is a Global Capability Centre dedicated to the fashion and lifestyle industry, delivering end-to-end design and operations support to leading international brands.

For over 15 years, we’ve operated as an extension of our clients’ in-house teams, helping them scale through dedicated creative support, production-ready artwork, and operational excellence.

Role Overview

We are looking for an Import - Export Executive (1-3 years of experience) with strong knowledge of apparel export/import processes to manage documentation. The role requires excellent communication skills to liaise with International Clients, Vendors, internal teams while ensuring timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, verify, and manage export/import documentation including invoices, packing lists, BL/AWB, and customs paperwork.
• Track shipment reports to ensure timely PO bookings and adherence to shipping schedules and delivery windows.
• Coordinate with factories on production readiness, dispatch timelines, and shipment status.
• Liaise with overseas freight forwarders to ensure schedules are met and resolve transit or shipment issues.
• Share vessel options with management for approval based on timelines and cost efficiency.
• Communicate shipment status, delays, and changes proactively with sales and internal teams.
• Verify shipping documents and resolve discrepancies between Commercial Invoices and Customs Proforma invoices.
• Share final packing lists and shipment details with the warehouse for smooth dispatch coordination.
• Enter, track, and reconcile logistics-related invoices, assist with customs clearance, and handle factory chargebacks through debit memos.

Key Skills

• 1-3 years of experience in export/import operations within the apparel industry
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to manage & deliver multiple projects and timelines efficiently

What We Offer

• Direct exposure to international clients and real-time global workflows
• Creative and collaborative work environment
• Fast-paced culture with strong growth opportunities