EXPORT-IMPORT DOCUMENTATION ( FASHION INDUSTRY)

Key Responsibilities

1. Export & Import Documentation:

• Prepare, verify, and process all essential international trade documents accurately and in a timely manner.
• Export Documents: Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Certificates of Origin (COO), Shipper's Letter of Instruction (SLI), Airway Bills (AWB), Bill of Lading (B/L) instructions, and Export Declarations.

Advance Licence & DGFT Compliance

• Apply, monitor, and close Advance Authorisations, EPCG, and LUT Bonds.
• Maintain up-to-date records for Customs, DGFT, and Bank obligations.
• Ensure timely submission of documents for licence redemption and audits.
• shipping Document submission in Bank.
• Import Documents: Review and submit import declarations, customs clearance documents, and ensure compliance with destination country regulations.
• Coordinate closely with freight forwarders, customs brokers, shipping lines, and airlines.

2. Purchase & amp; Imports

• Handle procurement of Fabric and trims (domestic & international).
• Evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, and ensure cost-effective

sourcing.

• Prepare import documentation (Bill of Entry, CHA coordination, landing

cost analysis).

• Maintain vendor database and track supplier performance.

3. Export Documentation & Coordination

• Prepare and verify export documents: Invoices, Packing Lists, Shipping

Bills, RODTEP, Drawback claims, BRCs, and COO.

• Coordinate with CHA, freight forwarders, banks, and customers to ensure

smooth export operations.

• Follow up with customers for documents, payments, and compliance

requirements.

• Maintain statutory export records for audits and government

submissions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

•  Graduate / Postgraduate in Commerce / Science / Management.
• Diploma / Certification in Export-Import Management or International Trade preferred.
• 5–10 years of experience in garment/apparel/fashion Manufacturing & Export industry with hands on exposure to DGFT, Customs, Purchase, and Export Documentation.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP, MS Office, DGFT/ICEGATE, and banking documentation portals.
• Technical Knowledge:
• In-depth knowledge of international shipping documents and procedures.
• Strong understanding of HSN codes for textiles and apparel.
• Familiarity with customs compliance and import/export regulations in key markets (e.g., CHINA,US CBP, EU customs).
• Soft Skills:
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple shipments under tight deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solver.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ERP and supply chain management software.