International Procurement & Import Officer

Arquee Corp; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

Competitive compensation and growth

Job summary

Arquee Corp, a growing furniture company, seeks an experienced International Procurement & Import Officer to manage global sourcing, import operations, and Philippine customs compliance. On-site role in Pasay City, reporting to Director/Owner.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in international procurement withFurniture/home furnishings experience preferred, strong negotiation and Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Customs Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, International Trade, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in international procurement, import operations, customs clearance, or global supply chain.
• Experience in furniture/home furnishings or related industries preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine Bureau of Customs regulations, import compliance, international shipping docs, and freight forwarding.
• Experience working with overseas suppliers, customs brokers, shipping lines, and freight forwarders.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment and support the Director / Owner.

Responsibilities

• Source and coordinate with international furniture manufacturers and suppliers.
• Manage supplier accreditation, quotations, negotiations, and purchase orders.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms with overseas suppliers.
• Coordinate production schedules and shipment timelines with international suppliers.
• Manage end-to-end import operations from purchase order to warehouse delivery.
• Prepare and review import documentation including Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, and other shipping documents.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs brokers, and overseas suppliers to ensure timely shipment and delivery.
• Manage customs clearance with the Philippine Bureau of Customs and ensure compliance with all import regulations, duties, taxes, permits, and documentary requirements.
• Liaise with the Bureau of Customs and other government agencies to facilitate timely release of imported shipments.
• Monitor shipment schedules, container movements, and import status.
• Verify shipping costs, import duties, taxes, brokerage fees, and logistics expenses.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Warehouse, Finance, Sales, and Operations to ensure timely product availability.
• Resolve shipment delays, customs issues, and documentation discrepancies.
• Prepare procurement, import, cost, and shipment status reports for the Director / Owner.
• Recommend process improvements to strengthen procurement, import, and customs operations.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Excel

Communication

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Customs Administration

Bachelor's degree in International Trade

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

International Procurement & Import Officer

About the Company

We are a growing furniture company under Arquee Corporation, specializing in premium furniture solutions for residential, commercial, hospitality, and office developments. We are seeking an experienced International Procurement & Import Officer to manage global sourcing, international procurement, import operations, and Philippine customs compliance.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Work Setup: On-site
• Work Location: MOA Complex, Pasay City
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Reporting Line: Reports directly to the Director / Owner

Job Responsibilities

• Source and coordinate with international furniture manufacturers and suppliers.
• Manage supplier accreditation, quotations, negotiations, and purchase orders.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms with overseas suppliers.
• Coordinate production schedules and shipment timelines with international suppliers.
• Manage end-to-end import operations from purchase order to warehouse delivery.
• Prepare and review import documentation, including Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, and other shipping documents.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs brokers, and overseas suppliers to ensure timely shipment and delivery.
• Manage customs clearance with the Philippine Bureau of Customs and ensure compliance with all import regulations, duties, taxes, permits, and documentary requirements.
• Liaise with the Bureau of Customs and other government agencies to facilitate the timely release of imported shipments.
• Monitor shipment schedules, container movements, and import status.
• Verify shipping costs, import duties, taxes, brokerage fees, and logistics expenses.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Warehouse, Finance, Sales, and Operations to ensure timely product availability.
• Resolve shipment delays, customs issues, and documentation discrepancies.
• Prepare procurement, import, cost, and shipment status reports for the Director / Owner.
• Recommend process improvements to strengthen procurement, import, and customs operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Customs Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, International Trade, or a related field.
• At least 3–5 years of experience in international procurement, import operations, customs clearance, or global supply chain.
• Experience in the furniture, home furnishings, interior fit-out, construction materials, trading, or related industries is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine Bureau of Customs regulations, import compliance, international shipping documentation, and freight forwarding.
• Experience working with overseas suppliers, customs brokers, shipping lines, and freight forwarders.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment and effectively support the Director / Owner.

Why Join Us?

• Work directly with the Director / Owner on strategic procurement initiatives.
• Build partnerships with international suppliers and global logistics providers.
• Play a key role in expanding a growing furniture business.
• Competitive compensation and long-term career growth.