Assistant Manager Import & Clearance

Location: Head Office

Requirements: Master's degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field. 5-7 years of experience in imports and customs clearance. -Certification in International Trade or Customs Compliance is a plus. 

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the complete import cycle from PFI/LC issuance to shipment clearance and site delivery

• Coordinate with procurement, finance, vendors, banks, shipping lines, and clearing agents for smooth import operations

• Manage Letters of Credit (LCs), ensuring zero discrepancies and full compliance with bank and customs requirements

• Review and verify all import documentation including invoices, packing lists, B/L, HS codes, and certificates of origin

• Ensure timely customs clearance, resolving valuation, documentation, duties, and tariff-related issues

• Track shipments end-to-end and ensure ≥95% on-time delivery to sites

• Arrange logistics, transportation, cranes, and offloading while ensuring safety and cost efficiency

• Optimize logistics routes, contracts, and transport plans to achieve cost savings

• Liaise with government authorities for permits, licenses, and duty exemptions

• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure adherence to customs laws, internal controls, and company policies

• Negotiate rates with shipping lines and clearing agents; evaluate and manage vendor performance

• Monitor and control import-related costs, ensuring budget variance within limits

• Maintain accurate import records, prepare reports, and analyze trends for process improvements

• Handle delays, disputes, and urgent shipments through effective contingency planning