The EXIM Buyer is responsible for managing all procurement activities related to import and export operations. This includes identifying suppliers, negotiating purchase contracts, managing documentation for international trade compliance, coordinating logistics, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. The role requires strong knowledge of EXIM regulations, customs procedures, incoterms, and global sourcing

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement & Sourcing
- Request quotations, compare offers, and negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
- Ensure materials meet cost and delivery requirements.

2. Import Operations
- Manage end‑to‑end import process: purchase order creation, shipment tracking, customs clearance, and delivery to plant/warehouse.
- Coordinate with freight forwarders, CHAs (Customs House Agents), and logistics partners.
- Verify import documentation (Invoice, Packing List, BL/AWB, COO, MSDS, HS Codes, etc.).

3. Export Operations
- Prepare export-related procurement documents and coordinate with internal teams for outbound shipments.




- Ensure compliance with export regulations, licensing, and documentation requirements.
- Liaise with customer service and logistics partners for smooth movement of outbound goods.

4. EXIM Compliance
- Ensure compliance with DGFT, Customs, FEMA, RBI, and other regulatory bodies.
- Maintain accurate records for audits and statutory requirements.

5. Logistics Coordination
- Optimize logistics costs by selecting efficient freight, shipping modes, and routes.
- Monitor transit times, delays, and coordinate corrective actions.
- Evaluate logistics service providers and maintain solid relationships.

6. Supplier & Stakeholder Management
- Develop and maintain vendor relationships for continuous cost improvement.
- Manage vendor performance, delivery reliability, and quality.
- Work closely with finance, production, QA, and warehouse teams.

7. Reporting & Documentation
- Maintain procurement trackers, shipment

📌 Buyer (Chennai)
🏢 BorgWarner
📍 Chennai