Import & Export Manager (Air & Sea Operations & Documentation)

5 - 8 years

3 - 5 Lacs

Posted:6 days ago| Platform: Naukri logo

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Job Description

Import & Export Manager

Key Responsibilities:

1. Operations Management

  • Oversee

    air and sea freight

    import/export operations (FCL, LCL, Air Consol, DDU/DDP).
  • Coordinate with freight forwarders, airlines, shipping lines, transporters, and customs brokers.
  • Monitor shipment milestones to ensure on-time deliveries and resolve delays proactively.

2. Documentation

  • Prepare and verify

    shipping documents

    : invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, AWBs, COO, certificates, etc.
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance with

    international trade regulations

    (Incoterms, HS codes, etc.).
  • Manage online filing of

    shipping instructions

    ,

    BL/AWB releases

    , and

    customs documentation

    .

3. Customs Compliance

  • Coordinate with CHA for

    custom clearance

    of import/export consignments.
  • Stay up-to-date with

    DGFT

    ,

    Customs

    , and

    ICEGATE

    policies and procedures.
  • Ensure

    duty drawback

    ,

    EPCG

    , or

    MEIS

    documentation (if applicable).

4. Client & Vendor Coordination

  • Act as point of contact for clients for all import/export operations queries.
  • Liaise with overseas agents, suppliers, and internal teams for shipment planning and issue resolution.

5. Cost Control & MIS Reporting

  • Negotiate freight rates and manage

    cost-effective routing

    and

    vendor contracts

    .
  • Maintain and share

    MIS reports

    , shipment trackers, and document logs regularly.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Graduate in Commerce / Logistics / Supply Chain. MBA preferred.
  • 6-8 years of relevant experience in international logistics.
  • Strong knowledge of

    customs regulations

    ,

    freight forwarding

    , and

    DGFT policies

    .
  • Hands-on experience with

    ERP/TMS systems

    ,

    ICEGATE

    ,

    DGFT portals

    .
  • Excellent coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.

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