Job Description:
An Import Manager supervises and manages a team of people, which will include organizing work schedules and issuing shipping instructions to ensure delivery times and locations are coordinated. This will also include track and trace management so as to monitor goods at all times.
You will also be responsible for recruitment and training of staff.
The Import Manager’s job includes responsibility for managing department budgets and may also be involved in setting targets in association with other senior managers.
As Import Manager you will also be responsible for health and safety and expected to maintain safety manuals, inspect physical conditions of warehouses, equipment (including the training on the proper use of equipment), fleet vehicles, repairs or replacements as and when required.
You will be responsible for all customer complaints and expected to be able to negotiate claims. Customer care is a vital part of this role and so good interpersonal skills are very important.
The Import Manager is expected to prepare reports on the performance of your department and suggest improvements that will enhance the company’s profit margins, as well as work closely with other senior department heads for the benefit of the company.
Maintain records for accounting purposes in accordance with company procedures, including the checking of all invoices and shipping manifests for conformity to tariff and Customs regulations.
The Import Manager also negotiates with carriers, warehouse operators or distribution networks to determine tariffs that should be in the interests of the company at all times.
Job skills :
The preferred candidate would be educated to degree standard although significant previous experience in the role of Import Manager or a similar role may be sufficient.
The Import Manager is expect to develop and maintain business relationships with both customers and suppliers and therefore you must be a good communicator.
Experience
1 - 7 Years
No. of Openings
10
Education
Diploma, Advanced/Higher Diploma, Higher Secondary, Any Bachelor Degree, Professional Degree, Secondary School, Vocational Course
Role
Import Manager
Industry Type
Export - Import / Trading
Gender
[ Male / Female ]
Job Country
India
Type of Job
Full Time
Work Location Type
Work from Office