We are seeking an experienced Logistics & Export Executive US Market to manage end-to-end export logistics for Pharmaceutical/chemical molecules to the United States.
Ensure compliance with US FDA, DOT, IATA, IMDG regulations and timely, cost-effective shipments while coordinating with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Export Operations: Plan and execute US-bound shipments for APIs, intermediates, within USA and import/export. Handle air & sea freight bookings, documentation, and tracking. Create accounts with local US transport companies in mid-west.
- Documentation & Compliance: Prepare and verify export docs: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Analysis, MSDS, TSCA Certificate, ISF 10+2. Ensure compliance with 21 CFR, DGFT, and US Customs regulations.
- Coordination: Liaise with CHAs, freight forwarders, airlines, shipping lines, and US consignees. Coordinate with warehouse for FG release, labeling, and UN packaging as per hazmat requirements. Handle local logistics within USA
- Cost & TAT Control: Negotiate freight rates, monitor demurrage/ detention, optimize routes, and ensure OTIF delivery. Track shipment costs vs budget.
- Risk Management: Handle insurance, claims, temperature excursions, and customs hold. Maintain CAPA records for export deviations.
- ERP & Reporting: Update ERP with shipmentstatus, GR/GI, and export incentives. Share weekly MIS on shipment pipeline, pending docs, and delivered orders.
Technical Knowledge:
US import regulations: FDA, CBP, TSCA, DOT Hazmat
Incoterms 2020, HS Codes, ECCN classification
Cold chain & dangerous goods handling IATA DGR, IMDG Code
Essential Skills
Solid documentation accuracy, vendor negotiation.
Excellent written & Spoken English communications.
US time-zone coordination, problem-solving under TAT pressure.
Knowledge of US bonded warehouse and 3PL distribution models.
Experience with USFDA audited facilities.
On-Time In-Full Delivery % to US customers.
Zero customs penalties or FDA holds due to documentation.
Freight cost per kg vs target.
Shift Timings:
Must be available 3:00 PM 11:00 PM IST to overlap with US business hours.
Share your resume at
[email protected]
alternatively at (phone hidden)
📌 Logistics & Export Executive US Market (Mumbai)
🏢 APLEpharma
📍 Mumbai