- Purchase Executive (Imports) - 1 Year Contract

Position :- Purchase Executive Imports

Department:- Supply Chain Management / Procurement

Location :- Pune (Khed)

Job Purpose To manage procurement activities related to imported materials, components, and equipment, ensuring timely availability of goods, cost optimization, compliance with import regulations, and smooth coordination with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs agents, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Supplier Management

- Execute purchase orders for imported materials as per production and business requirements.
- Coordinate with overseas suppliers for quotations, order confirmations, shipment schedules, and documentation.
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, and delivery schedules. • Monitor supplier performance related to quality, cost, and delivery.
- Maintain robust relationships with global suppliers to ensure uninterrupted supply.

Import Operations

- Handle end-to-end import procurement processes from RFQ to material receipt.
- Track shipments and ensure on-time deliveries.
- Coordinate with freight forwarders, CHA (Custom House Agents), shipping lines, and logistics providers.
- Review and verify import documentation such as:
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
- Certificate of Origin
- Insurance Documents
- Import Licenses (if applicable)

Customs & Compliance

- Ensure compliance with import regulations, customs requirements, and company policies.
- Support customs clearance activities and resolve documentation-related issues.
- Monitor changes in DGFT, Customs, and international trade regulations.
- Maintain records for audits and statutory compliance.

Inventory & Planning Coordination

- Coordinate with planning, production, stores,



and logistics teams to ensure material availability.
- Monitor inventory levels and initiate procurement actions to avoid stock-outs.
- Follow up on open purchase orders and expedite critical shipments. Cost Management
- Analyze landed costs including freight, duty, insurance, and other import-related expenses.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements. • Support annual budgeting and procurement cost-saving initiatives. ERP & Documentation
- Create and manage purchase orders in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.).
- Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and import documentation.
- Prepare procurement and import status reports.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field.
- Diploma/Certification in Import-Export Management will be an added advantage.

Experience

- 3-6 years of experience in Procurement/Purchasing.
- Minimum 2 years of experience handling import procurement activities.
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial automation, engineering, automotive, or machinery industries preferred.

Required Skills

Technical Skills

- Knowledge of international procurement processes.
- Understanding of Incoterms (EXW, FCA, FOB, CFR, CIF, DDP, etc.). • Knowledge of import documentation and customs clearance procedures.
- Understanding of HS Codes, duty structures, and landed cost calculations.
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP MM.
- Good knowledge of MS Excel and reporting tools.

Behavioral Skills

- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
- Cross-functional coordination and stakeholder management skills.

📌 Purchase Executive (Import) - 1 Year Contract (Pune)
🏢 Lenze Mechatronics
📍 Pune