Urgent opening For Import Officer Procurement (Karvy Road)

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1. Job Purpose

• Overview:

To manage end-to-end procurement-side activities related to imports, including coordination with overseas suppliers, commercial documentation, and supportinglanded cost optimization. The role ensures timely import readiness and smoot handover to the EXIM team for customs clearance and banking processes.

2. Key Responsibilities:

Vendor Coordination & Order Execution

• Planning Imports as per Business Demand and Lead periods• Coordinate with international suppliers for execution of confirmed import purchase orders.• Ensure timely submission of pre-shipment documents (invoice, packing list, COO, inspection certificate, etc.).• Monitor order progress, shipment planning, and dispatch readiness in line with Incoterms.

Documentation & HS Classification

• Validate commercial documents for accuracy (product codes, Incoterms, description, value).• Finalize HS codes in consultation with the EXIM team to ensure duty compliance and benefit under FTAs or CEPA.• Escalate and resolve discrepancies in documentation before shipment dispatch.Incoterms & Freight Terms Management• Work with suppliers to optimize Incoterms (FOB, CIF, DDP) and recommend most cost-effective freight structures.• Coordinate with the Logistics Manager for freight availability and preferred shipping routes/modes.

Cost & Duty Estimation Support

• Liaise with the costing department to share product-level data for landed cost estimation.• Coordinate with EXIM for anticipated duties, MEIS applicability, and advance license usage (if applicable).

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• Upon dispatch readiness, share all validated documents with the EXIM team for LC compliance, customs clearance, and port processing.• Ensure document submission timelines are met to avoid delays in CHA clearance.

Import Master Data Maintenance

• Maintain updated records of active international vendors, standard lead times, and commercial terms.• Ensure traceability and accuracy of all import-related procurement documentation.

3. Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelors/Masters degree in Engineering/Commerce/Supply Chain or equivalent.

Experience: Min 5 years of experience in international procurement/import operations preferably in a manufacturing or engineering industry.
Age 30 to 35 Max

Certifications/Licenses:

wledge of Incoterms, HS codes, and basic customs documentation.
Familiarity with ERP systems