Deputy Manager – EXIM Sourcing

Experience: 5 to 8 years

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Skills: EXIM logistics, CFS, CHA, freight, warehousing, procurement, contract management, vendor management, cost optimization, regulatory compliance, stakeholder management, analytical mindset, vendor development, performance management

Role Summary
The Deputy Manager – EXIM Sourcing will be responsible for managing procurement and contracting across export-import logistics services. The role involves end-to-end sourcing strategy, vendor management, and operational support for EXIM logistics including freight, warehousing, and customs-related services. The individual will play a key role in ensuring cost optimization, service reliability, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Roles and Responsibility:
Procurement & Contract Management
• Manage sourcing, negotiation, and contracting for CFS (Container Freight Station) and CHA (Custom House Agent) services
• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business requirements
• Drive cost optimization and value creation through strategic sourcing initiatives

Freight Management
• Handle procurement and rate finalization for Sea & Air Freight
• Monitor market trends, freight indices, and capacity dynamics to ensure competitive pricing

Inland Logistics
• Oversee procurement and execution of inland haulage (first mile and last mile connectivity)




• Ensure seamless coordination between ports, warehouses, and plants

Warehousing
• Manage sourcing and contracts for bonded warehousing
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and optimize storage costs

EXIM Operations Facilitation
• Support and coordinate for smooth execution of exports and imports
• Work closely with internal stakeholders (supply chain, finance, plant teams) and external partners (CHA, freight forwarders, shipping lines)

Vendor Management
• Identify, onboard, and evaluate logistics service providers
• Drive performance reviews, SLA adherence, and continuous improvement

Compliance & Governance
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, statutory, and company procurement policies
• Maintain documentation and audit readiness

Qualifications & Experience
• Education:
MBA / BE (preferred specialization in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Operations)
• Experience:
5–8 years in logistics procurement / EXIM sourcing
• Strong understanding of EXIM processes, freight markets, and logistics ecosystem
• Strategic sourcing and negotiation
• Strong knowledge of EXIM logistics (CFS, CHA, freight, warehousing)
• Stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination
• Analytical mindset with cost optimization focus
• Vendor development and performance management
• Valuable understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks

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