Senior Manager - Customs

Tata Motors Global Services Limited; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Motors Global Services Limited in India seeks a Senior Manager Customs to lead end-to-end EPCG compliance, including license procurement, EO tracking, and license closure, while ensuring DGFT and Customs compliance. The role also oversees duty drawback and RoDTEP claims with thorough, audit-ready documentation.

Ideal candidates will have 8–12 years of EXIM experience, strong SAP/Excel skills, and proficiency with ICEGATE and DGFT portals, along with BIS/SCOMET knowledge.

Qualifications

• Hands-on EPCG license application, export obligation tracking, license closure, and handling bond/BG cancellation.
• Hands-on experience in Managing EXIM Benefits like Duty Drawback, RoDTEP etc.
• Hands-on experience in License, Restrictions, NoC Compliances including BIS and SCOMET.
• Basic accounting exposure including SAP postings and GL reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end EPCG compliance program including license procurement and closure.
• Ensure accurate EO tracking and fulfillment timelines against each EPCG license.
• Coordinate with DGFT and Customs authorities for approvals and documentation.

Skills

Customs Act

DGFT regulations

EPCG license

EO tracking

Duty Drawback

RoDTEP

BIS/SCOMET

SAP postings

Excel

ICEGATE

DGFT portals

Education

M.Com/CA - CMA Inter or MBA or Diploma in Foreign Trade

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

ICEGATE

DGFT portals

Job description

Purpose of the Role

The Senior Manager Customs will be responsible for End-to-end management of EPCG scheme including license procurement, duty benefit availing, export obligation tracking, and license closure, while ensuring compliance with DGFT, Customs, and FTP regulations. Accurate and timely claiming of Drawback and RoDTEP benefits. Responsible for audit-ready documentation, advisory support, and supervision of broader EXIM benefits (Advance Authorization, Duty Drawback), along with regulatory compliance covering licenses, PGA requirements, and QCO/BIS standards etc.

Roles and Responsibilities :

EPCG Compliance - Key Responsibilities:

EPCG License Procurement & Management

• Claiming EPCG Benefits on Imports:
  Ensure duty savings benefits under EPCG are correctly availed at the time of import.
  Verify import documentation (Bills of Entry, invoices, packing lists) to ensure EPCG compliance.
  Coordinate with Customs, ports, and CHA for EPCG-related clearances
• Export Obligation (EO) Tracking & Compliance:
  Maintain detailed tracking of Export Obligation (EO) against each EPCG license.
  Monitor timelines, block-wise EO fulfillment, and ensure compliance with DGFT conditions.
• EPCG License Redemption & Closure:
  Prepare and submit applications for redemption / EODC (Export Obligation Discharge Certificate)
  Coordinate with DGFT and Customs authorities for full and final closure of licenses.
• Duty Drawback - Key Responsibilities
  Identification and evaluation of eligible drawback scheme under Duty Drawback schemes.
  Verification of correct HS Codes, DBK Codes, applicable rates for export shipments
• RoDTEP Benefits - Key Responsibilities:
  Verification of correct HS Codes, RoDTEP applicable rates for export shipments
  Coordination with the IB Team to ensure accurate declarations in Shipping Bills for registering claim of RoDTEP

Stakeholder Profiles & Nature of Interactions

• Internal- Logistics Operations, Ordering Team
• External- Customs, CHA

Job Requirements :

• Desired Candidate Profile
• Working knowledge of the Customs Act, DGFT regulations, and ICEGATE/DGFT portals.Hands-on experience in EPCG license application, export obligation tracking, license closure, and handling bond/BG cancellation.
• Hands on experience in Managing the Other EXIM Benefits like Duty Drawback, RoDTEP etc.
• Hands-on experience in License, Restrictions, NoC Compliances including BIS and SCOMET.
• Basic accounting exposure including SAP postings and GL reconciliation.
• Proficiency in SAP, MS Excel, ICEGATE, and DGFT portals.

Skills & Competencies

• Working knowledge of the Customs Act, DGFT regulations, and ICEGATE/DGFT portals.
• Hands-on experience in EPCG license application, export obligation tracking, license closure, and handling bond/BG cancellation.
• Hands on experience in Managing the Other EXIM Benefits like Duty Drawback, RoDTEP etc.
• Hands-on experience in License, Restrictions, NoC Compliances including BIS and SCOMET.
• Basic accounting exposure including SAP postings and GL reconciliation.
• Proficiency in SAP, MS Excel, ICEGATE, and DGFT portals

Educational Qualification:

M.Com/CA - CMA Inter or MBA or Diploma in Foreign Trade

Experience Required:

8 to 12 yrs

Note-

The role requires strong managerial and administrative capabilities, including the ability to plan, organize, and oversee day-to-day operations. The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating resources, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, monitoring performance metrics, and fostering effective communication across teams. This position involves decision-making, problem-solving, and guiding staff to achieve departmental and organizational objectives, while maintaining efficiency, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement.