Logistics Manager

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SUMMARY

India Logistics & Trade Compliance Manager

Indian Customs, DGFT (Directorate General of Foreign Trade), SCOMET export controls

Global Manager, Logistics & Trade Compliance

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in

  Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Business, or related discipline

  (Master’s preferred).

• 8+ years

  of relevant experience in logistics operations and import/export compliance in India.
• In-depth working knowledge of:

• Indian Customs Act, Foreign Trade Policy, DGFT licensing, and SCOMET export control procedures.

• Importer Exporter Code (IEC)

  registration,

  Bill of Entry

  , and

  Shipping Bill

  processes.

• HSN/HTS classification

  , product valuation

  , FTA (India-ASEAN, India-Japan, etc.),

  and

  duty exemption schemes (EOU/SEZ/Drawback).

• Strong understanding of

  global trade compliance

  (EAR, ITAR, OFAC) preferred.
• Demonstrated success working with

  Customs Brokers, Freight Forwarders, 3PL/4PL partners

  , and

  regulatory authorities.

• Experience with

  ERP systems

  (Oracle, SAP, or AS400) and data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI).
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal English required; Hindi and Marathi desirable.
• Willing and able to travel within India and internationally (up to 10%).

ESSENTIAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Facility Launch Support:

• Partner with Global HQ to establish import/export processes, SOPs, and compliance workflows for the new Pune facility.
• Register with Customs, DGFT, and other authorities for trade and import/export permissions.
• Set up local broker relationships, freight contracts, and shipping frameworks.
• Ensure the facility achieves full operational readiness for global supply chain integration.

Trade Compliance Management:

• Ensure adherence

  to Indian and U.S. export/import laws

  , including

  classification, valuation, documentation, and licensing.

• Maintain and manage classification matrices (HSN/ECCN/SCOMET) for all parts and materials.
• Conduct restricted-party screenings, license determinations, and document reviews for all shipments.
• Support compliance with

  U.S. export control laws

  for shipments involving U.S.-origin goods.
• Develop and deliver internal training programs to increase compliance awareness among local teams.

Customs & Logistics Management:

• Liaise with

  freight forwarders, customs brokers, and 3PL partners

  to ensure accurate and timely clearance of shipments.
• Maintain import/export records as per Indian Customs and global company policy.
• Support cost optimization in logistics while maintaining compliance integrity.
• Monitor and resolve customs queries, notices, and classification issues.
• Negotiate and award contract with partner carriers
• Approve invoices with coordination with accounting

Regulatory Affairs & Risk Management:

• Serve as PEI-Genesis India’s focal point for Customs, DGFT, BIS, and other regulatory agencies.
• Manage license applications, SCOMET declarations, and special schemes (EOU, SEZ, or duty drawback programs).
• Escalate potential violations, red flags, or sanctions concerns to Global Compliance promptly.

• Collaboration & Reporting:

• Report compliance metrics and key risk indicators to Global Trade Compliance.
• Collaborate on global process improvements and harmonization initiatives.
• Participate in internal audits, BIS inquiries, and corporate investigations as required.

TECHNICAL and/or MANAGERIAL JOB COMPETENCIES –

• Deep understanding of

  India’s customs and trade control landscape.

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proactive and autonomous in managing complex regulatory and operational challenges.
• Skilled in

  negotiation, training,

  and

  cross-cultural communication.

• Ability to build local compliance infrastructure aligned with global governance models.