An opportunity to join the design team of a privately owned renowned international design company.
de Gournay is a global luxury interiors brand with global showrooms and multiple wholly owned production centres, including one here in Kolkata.
Role Description
- Identify and work with freight agents (both sea and air) overseas to compare costs and service levels
- Analyse transportation data to identify areas for improvement and cost savings
- Coordinate with carriers and logistics providers to ensure smooth delivery of goods
- Monitor shipment progress and communicate any issues or delays to internal teams and customers
- Ensure all shipments comply with local, state, and federal regulations
- Negotiate freight rates and contracts with carriers
Skill/ Qualification/ Experience
- Bachelor's degree (must) with a PG in SCM/International Trade or CHA certification from DGPM
- 10+ years of experience in international freight/CHA, with at least 6 years in customs-related work
- Familiarity with transportation regulations and laws Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a variety of stakeholders-Must (positive English speaker must)
- Proficient in MS Office.
- Willing to travel, even abroad at the place of shipping as manager.
Even though this would not be mapped with UK timing, but the candidate may have to work late, in times of urgency.