Senior Executive - Inbound Logistics

Nordex SE; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordex SE in India invites a Senior Executive – Import Logistics & Trade Compliance to lead inbound logistics, customs clearance, and trade compliance. You will coordinate with suppliers, CHA, freight forwarders, and internal teams to ensure uninterrupted material supply for manufacturing.

Ideal candidates have 7–11 years in supply chain/operations, with hands-on import/export knowledge, DGFT/FTWZ/EOU exposure, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• B.E. / MBA in Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or Logistics is preferred.
• 7-11 years of experience in Supply Chain/Operations Management from manufacturing/ engineering/ automotive/ renewable energy/ heavy engineering or similar industrial sectors. Proven experience in import logistics, international trade compliance, customs clearance, and supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Inbound logistics coordination with domestic and international suppliers and freight forwarders.
• Manage import documentation, customs clearance, and delivery of imported materials.
• Advance Authorisation (Advance Licence) management and licence utilisation tracking.
• EOU (Export Oriented Unit) compliance and audits support.
• Logistics cost, KPIs and performance tracking; liaise with CHAs and forwarders.
• Reporting, MIS development and management updates on material availability and logistics risks.

Skills

Import Logistics

Supply Chain Planning

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

B.E./MBA in Logistics

Tools

ERP/SAP

MS Excel

Job description

DEPARTMENT: Logistics / Material Management

DEPARTRMENT: SCM (Supply Chain Management)

YOUR TASKS: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Executive – Import Logistics & Trade Compliance to manage inbound logistics operations, import customs clearance, trade compliance, and export incentive schemes. The role is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted material availability for manufacturing operations through efficient coordination with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs authorities, and internal stakeholders while maintaining compliance with DGFT, Customs, EOU, FTWZ, Advance Authorization, and EPCG regulations.

• Monitor and coordinate inbound shipments from domestic and international suppliers.
• Ensure timely movement of raw materials, consumables, and indirect materials to support production plans.
• Track shipments and proactively resolve transit delays.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, transporters, shipping lines, and suppliers.

2. Import & Customs Coordination

• Manage import documentation, customs clearance, and delivery of imported materials.
• Coordinate with CHA, freight forwarders, and customs authorities for seamless clearance.
• Knowledge in FTWZ operations
• Verify Bill of Entry, Invoice, Packing List, COO, BL/AWB, and other import documents.
• Knowledge in import transport frames under RE Bond Scheme.
• Ensure compliance with DGFT, Customs, and Foreign Trade Policy requirements.

3. Advance Authorisation (Advance Licence) Management

• Maintain records for duty-free imports against export obligations.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Export, Finance, and Customs teams for licence utilization.
• Track licence balance, validity, and closure requirements.
• Support tax team for preparation of redemption and EODC documentation.
• Ensure compliance with DGFT regulations to avoid penalties and duty liabilities.

4. EOU (Export Oriented Unit) Compliance

• Maintain records of imports and domestic procurement under EOU provisions.
• Coordinate customs bonding, warehousing, and statutory compliance activities.
• Support annual and periodic EOU audits.
• Ensure proper documentation for duty-free procurement and imports.
• Track material consumption and reporting as per EOU requirements.

5. Logistics Cost & Performance Management

• Monitor freight cost, customs charges, demurrage, detention, and warehousing expenses.
• Support freight budgeting and cost analysis.
• Follow up with suppliers for shipment readiness.
• Conduct regular reviews with freight forwarders and CHAs.
• Track forwarder KPIs and service levels.
• Escalate recurring delays and service failures.

7. Quality & Non-Conformance Handling

• Coordinate with SQA and Warehouse teams for damaged, wet, short, or rejected materials.
• Support return shipments, supplier claims, and insurance claims.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions.

8. Reporting & MIS

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly logistics reports.
• Track critical KPIs and shipment status.
• Maintain import and export logistics dashboards.
• Provide management updates on material availability and logistics risks

YOUR PROFILE:

B.E. / MBA in Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or Logistics is preferred.

7-11 years of experience in Supply Chain/Operations Management from manufacturing/ engineering/ automotive/ renewable energy/ heavy engineering or similar industrial sectors. Proven experience in import logistics, international trade compliance, customs clearance, and supply chain operations.

Key Skills

• Import & Export Logistics Management
• Supply Chain Planning & Coordination
• ERP/SAP and Advanced MS Excel
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and in full compliance with all federal and state laws.

The role is generally available on a full-time basis as well as in other flexible working-time models.

ABOUT THE NORDEX GROUP

The manufacture of wind energy plants in the on-shore segment has been our core competence and passion for around 40years. With more than 57GW installed capacity worldwide, our turbines supply sustainable energy to more than 80% of the global energy market and we are one of the largest companies in the wind industry. National subsidiaries in more than 40markets and production facilities in Germany, Spain, Brazil, the USA, Mexico and India offer our more than 10,400employees the opportunity for international and intercultural cooperation.

We are growing and together driving forward the expansion of alternative energies worldwide - if you wish, from now on with you. Join the #TeamNordex