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- of 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in logistics, shipping, and supply chain management.
- track record of successfully managing inbound and outbound logistics activities.
- experience in negotiating freight contracts and achieving cost savings.
- in handling customs clearance processes, compliance, and international trade regulations.
- leadership experience, including the development of second-line leadership.
- exposure to global logistics management and cross-trade shipments.
- in implementing process automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- with SAP and other logistics-related software.
- and Customs Clearance:
- proficiency in export and customs clearance procedures.
- SAP knowledge for streamlined logistics operations.
- Management:
- in calculating freight costs and ensuring efficient shipment movement.
- both inbound and outbound logistics activities.
- on freight cost savings against approved budgets globally.
- Improvement:
- freight rate comparison analysis for cost reduction.
- opportunities for process improvement and automation.
- Management:
- and review service providers' performance.
- operational and performance issues promptly.
- Chain Coordination:
- end-to-end supply chain processes from RFQ to payment.
- logistics solutions for new and existing customers.
- Focus:
- cross-trade shipments and address customer feedback.
- value-added services, including 3PL/4PL logistics, warehousing, distribution, and FTWZ.
- Management:
- yearly freight contracts globally.
- quarterly payment plans.
- and Training:
- second-line leadership within the team.
- monthly external training sessions for team members.
- and SOPs:
- annual budget for function.
- and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for Logistics and Freight.
- and Automation:
- compliance with Internal Audit, EGM & IGST regulations.
- automation initiatives in system and process setup.
- and Customs Clearance
- Knowledge
- Management
- and Contract Negotiation
- and Automation
- Chain Coordination
- Management
- and Team Development
- Improvement Mindset
- Focus
- Organizational Skills
- Communication
Import Export Manager - Ahmedabad, India - Biotech Healthcare
Description
Role Objective:
A key objective of this position is to oversee and optimizing the entire logistics process, ensuring efficient inbound and outbound shipments, cost savings, compliance with customs regulations and fostering continuous improvement in the shipping and logistics department.
Desired Candidate Profile:
Role & Responsibilities:
Functional Skill Required:
Behavioral Skill Required:
Team Size to be Handle:
Manage the team of 6 to 7 team members, reporting to General Manger – Supply Chain.
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