Senior Manager - Imports (Procurement)

Kwick Living; Mumbai; On-site; INR 5,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

BECO is seeking a seasoned Imports leader in Mumbai to own end-to-end imports, from supplier relations to delivery. You will optimize landed costs and ensure timely customs clearance in a fast-growing D2C environment.

With 8–12+ years in Imports/International Logistics, you will mentor the team, negotiate with overseas partners, and collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Factory and Warehouse to sustain efficient operations and cost-effective sourcing.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in Imports / International Logistics / Supply Chain.
• Strong knowledge of customs procedures, tariffs, duties and import documentation.
• Experience in managing overseas suppliers, CHAs, freight forwarders and international logistics.
• Strong commercial negotiation and cost-optimization skills.
• Good understanding of import compliance and LC processes.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in English.
• Graduate in any discipline; Supply Chain / Logistics qualification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the complete Imports function, from shipment planning to final delivery.
• Manage relationships with overseas suppliers, CHAs, freight forwarders, shipping lines, and logistics partners.
• Identify and develop overseas suppliers while driving cost-effective sourcing.
• Negotiate freight, logistics, and other import-related costs to optimize landed cost.
• Monitor import shipments and ensure timely customs clearance and delivery.
• Ensure accurate and timely import documentation and compliance with customs procedures, tariffs, licenses, and internal policies.
• Coordinate with Finance on import bills, payments, LC documentation, and related processes.
• Prepare and review Import MIS covering shipments, costs, vendor performance and key activities.
• Work closely with Procurement, Finance, Factory, Supply Chain and Warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve lead times and streamline import processes.
• Lead and mentor the Imports team and ensure timely execution of responsibilities.

Skills

Imports management

Vendor relationships

Logistics negotiation

Cost optimization

Team leadership

English proficiency

Education

Graduate degree

SCM / Logistics qualification preferred

Job description

BECO is a revolutionary home care brand dedicated to sustainability and eco-friendliness. Our plant-based, bamboo-based products are highly effective and 100% chemical-free, offering environmentally conscious solutions without compromising on quality. As a direct-to-consumer (D2C) brand, we are on a mission to make the world a better place, one home at a time.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the complete Imports function, from shipment planning to final delivery.
• Manage relationships with overseas suppliers, CHAs, freight forwarders, shipping lines, and logistics partners.
• Identify and develop overseas suppliers while driving cost-effective sourcing.
• Negotiate freight, logistics, and other import-related costs to optimize landed cost.
• Monitor import shipments and ensure timely customs clearance and delivery.
• Ensure accurate and timely import documentation and compliance with customs procedures, tariffs, licenses, and internal policies.
• Coordinate with Finance on import bills, payments, LC documentation, and related processes.
• Prepare and review Import MIS covering shipments, costs, vendor performance and key activities.
• Work closely with Procurement, Finance, Factory, Supply Chain and Warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve lead times and streamline import processes.
• Lead and mentor the Imports team and ensure timely execution of responsibilities.

Desired Candidate Profile

• 8-12+ years of experience in Imports / International Logistics / Supply Chain.
• Strong knowledge of customs procedures, tariffs, duties and import documentation.
• Experience in managing overseas suppliers, CHAs, freight forwarders and international logistics.
• Strong commercial negotiation and cost-optimization skills.
• Good understanding of import compliance and LC processes.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in English.
• Graduate in any discipline; Supply Chain / Logistics qualification is an advantage.