Senior Import Executive

Manorama Industries; Raipur; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Manorama Industries is seeking an Import Executive to manage day-to-day import operations, including documentation, shipment tracking, and coordination with international suppliers. The role focuses on ensuring timely clearance and delivery of imported materials while adhering to DGFT regulations and other applicable import rules.

Candidate will coordinate with CHA and regulatory bodies, maintain comprehensive import records, and generate MIS reports on import status and logistics performance.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in international procurement, import logistics, customs documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end import activities from PO confirmation to final delivery at the plant.
• Track import shipments, ensure timely arrival, customs clearance, and transportation.
• Coordinate with international suppliers for shipment schedules and dispatch status.
• Ensure timely receipt of imported raw materials as per production requirements.
• Prepare, verify, and maintain import documentation for customs clearance.
• Coordinate with CHA, customs authorities, and regulatory agencies for smooth clearance.
• Maintain complete records of import shipments and statutory documentation.
• Update ERP/SAP with shipment details and import transactions.

Job description

Role Summary

The Import Executive will be responsible for managing day-to-day import operations, including import documentation, shipment tracking, customs clearance coordination. The role requires hands-on experience in international procurement, import logistics, customs documentation, and regulatory compliance to ensure timely clearance and delivery of imported materials.

Key Responsibilities

Import Operations

• Coordinate end-to-end import activities from purchase order confirmation to final delivery at the plant.
• Track import shipments and ensure timely arrival, customs clearance, and transportation.
• Coordinate with international suppliers for shipment schedules and dispatch status.
• Ensure timely receipt of imported raw materials as per production requirements.

Import Documentation

• Prepare, verify, and maintain import documentation, including:
• Commercial Invoice
• Packing List
• Bill of Lading (BL)
• Bill of Entry (BOE)
• Certificate of Origin (COO)
• Insurance Documents
• Phytosanitary Certificate
• Certificate of Analysis (COA)
• Import Licenses and other statutory documents
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of import documents for customs clearance.

Customs & Regulatory Compliance

• Coordinate with Customs House Agents (CHA), Customs Authorities, and regulatory agencies for smooth clearance of import consignments.
• Ensure compliance with DGFT regulations, Indian Customs Act, FSSAI, Plant Quarantine, FEMA, and other applicable import regulations.
• Support documentation for duty exemption schemes such as Advance Authorization and EPCG, wherever applicable.
• Stay updated on changes in import policies and customs procedures.

Logistics & Freight Coordination

• Coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping lines, transporters, and warehouse teams.
• Monitor shipment movement and resolve logistics-related issues.
• Track container movements, port activities, and inland transportation.
• Ensure timely delivery of imported materials to the plant.

Supplier Coordination

• Liaise with overseas suppliers and international logistics partners regarding shipment schedules, documentation, and discrepancies.
• Coordinate with Procurement for shipment planning and purchase order execution.
• Support vendor communication for claims, shortages, or damaged materials.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain complete records of import shipments and statutory documentation.
• Update ERP/SAP with shipment details and import transactions.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports related to import status, shipment tracking, and logistics performance.
• Maintain documentation for audits and statutory inspections.