Metal Recycling / International Trade · Chennai, Tamil Nadu · Full time

About the role

We are a Chennai-based non-ferrous metal recycling and scrap trading company handling copper, aluminium, brass, and zinc. We are looking for a mid-level Import Export Executive to independently manage our international scrap trade desk — covering both inbound shipments (import of copper and aluminium scrap from UAE, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia) and outbound shipments (export of processed scrap and metal to overseas buyers). The candidate must be well-versed in DGFT regulations, customs clearance, shipping documentation, and non-ferrous metal trade compliance.

Trade scope

Import

Export

DGFT & Compliance

Shipping & Logistics

Key responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end import of non-ferrous scrap — supplier coordination, purchase contracts, pre-shipment inspection, BIS/customs compliance, port clearance
- Handle export documentation — commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, Bill of Lading, shipping bill, SDF form
- Coordinate with CHAs (Custom House Agents),



freight forwarders, and shipping lines for both import and export shipments
- Ensure DGFT compliance — IEC registration/renewal, advance authorisation, SION norms, import policy conditions for copper and aluminium scrap (HS codes 7404, 7602)
- Handle LC (Letter of Credit), TT, and other payment terms with overseas buyers and suppliers
- Track international metal prices — LME copper, aluminium, and global scrap benchmarks — to support pricing decisions
- Coordinate pre-shipment inspection agencies (SGS, Bureau Veritas, CCIC) for import lots
- Liaise with Chennai Port / Kattupalli Port and JNPT for import/export clearances
- Maintain shipment tracker, import registers, export incentive claims (RoDTEP/MEIS), and trade MIS
- Monitor Basel Convention and hazardous waste norms applicable to scrap imports

Requirements
- 3–6 years of hands-on experience in import/export of non-ferrous metal scrap or commodities

📌 Import Export Executive – Non-Ferrous Scrap (Chennai)
🏢 MOOGAMBIGAI
📍 Chennai