Key Responsibilities
Sourcing and Vendor Management
Identify, evaluate, and select reliable international suppliers.
Issue Requests for Quotations (RFQs), compare prices, and negotiate terms, pricing, and delivery schedules.
Build long-term relationships with global vendors and maintain approved vendor lists
Purchase Order and Order Management
Process and manage import purchase orders (POs) using ERP systems like Tally.
Track order statuses and coordinate with internal departments (production, QA, and warehouse) to align purchases with inventory demands.
Logistics and Shipping Coordination
Coordinate with Custom House Agents (CHA), freight forwarders, and shipping lines for smooth dispatch and transport.
Monitor shipment schedules, track transit times,
and resolve logistics-related issues
Documentation and Compliance
Handle essential import paperwork, including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Bills of Lading (BL), Air Waybills (AWB), and Certificates of Origin (COO).
Ensure full compliance with international trade laws, customs regulations, and statutory requirements.
Cost Control and Reporting
Analyse freight and material costs to identify cost-saving prospects.
Maintain exact records of all purchasing and import activities for audits and performance reporting