**What you'll do:** 1. End-to-End Import Management - Manage complete import lifecycle from PO issuance to final delivery - Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and CHA for seamless shipment execution - Plan and track shipments (Air/Sea) ensuring adherence to timelines ________________________________________ 2. Documentation & Compliance - Review and validate import documents: o Commercial Invoice o Packing List o Bill of Lading (BL) / AWB o Certificate of Origin - Ensure compliance with: o DGFT regulations o Customs Act & import policies o HS Code classification and duty structures - Handle import licenses and certifications if required ________________________________________ 3. Customs Clearance Coordination - Liaise with CHA for timely clearance of shipments - Verify correctness of Bill of Entry filing - Ensure duty payments and avoid demurrage/detention - Resolve customs queries and audit requirements ________________________________________ 4. Freight & Cost Optimization - Negotiate freight rates with forwarders and shipping lines - Monitor and reduce logistics costs (freight, duty, warehousing) - Analyze landed cost and identify cost-saving opportunities ________________________________________ 5. Shipment Tracking & MIS Reporting - Track shipment status and proactively handle delays - Provide regular updates to internal stakeholders - Maintain MIS reports on:



o Shipment performance o Freight costs o Delivery timelines ________________________________________ 6. Vendor & Stakeholder Management - Manage relationships with: o Overseas suppliers o Freight forwarders o Customs brokers - Coordinate with internal departments: procurement, finance, warehouse ________________________________________ 7. Risk & Issue Management - Identify operational bottlenecks and resolve import-related issues - Manage risks like shipment delays, documentation errors, compliance issues - Ensure cargo insurance coverage ________________________________________ 8. Warehouse & Last-mile Coordination - Plan inbound movement from port to warehouse - Coordinate transporters for final delivery - Ensure proper goods receipt and inspection ________________________________________ 9. Finance & Payment Coordination - Validate freight and CHA invoices - Ensure timely duty and statutory payments ________________________________________ 10. Process Improvement & Digitization - Drive improvements in logistics processes and lead time reduction - Work on ERP/SAP systems for shipment tracking and reporting - Implement best practices in import operations **Qualifications:** ?? Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in supply chain / Logistics / Commerce / Business Administration - 8+ years in Import Logistics / International Supply Chain **Skills:** - Experience in manufacturing, trading, or distribution industries preferred

📌 Associate Analyst - Logistics (Chennai)
🏢 Eaton
📍 Chennai