Foreign Trade Professional

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities :

We are seeking a seasoned Foreign Trade / EXIM professional with 10-12 years of hands on experience

in managing end to end international trade operations. The role demands strong functional expertise in

import/export compliance, customs regulations, logistics management, and trade governance, along

with the ability to lead teams and drive operational excellence.

The selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing the organization's EXIM function, ensuring

regulatory compliance, cost optimization, and seamless coordination across stakeholders including

customs authorities, logistics partners, internal stakeholders, and global counterparts.

1. EXIM Strategy & Compliance Governance

Develop and implement robust foreign trade strategies aligned with business objectives.

Ensure full compliance with applicable customs laws, FTP provisions, DGFT regulations, export

control norms, sanctions frameworks, and anticorruption statutes.

Drive risk mitigation initiatives and maintain audit readiness at all mes.

2. Import & Export Operations Management

Oversee end-to-end import and export processes including documentation, customs clearance,

freight movement, and last-mile coordination.

Ensure accurate and timely preparation of all EXIM documentation such as commercial invoices,

packing lists, Bills of Entry, Shipping Bills, Certificates of Origin, and related declarations.

Manage interactions with Customs, DGFT, SEZ/STPI (if applicable), and other regulatory

authorities.

3. Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination

Supervise international transportation (air/sea/road), CHA coordination, warehousing, and

distribution.

Monitor shipment timelines, demurrage/detention exposure, and freight cost optimization

initiatives.

Collaborate with procurement, finance, production, and planning teams to ensure seamless

material flow.

4. Stakeholder & Partner Management

Develop and maintain strong working relationships with freight forwarders, CHAs, transporters,

and global suppliers/customers.

Negotiate commercial terms and service level agreements to achieve operational and cost

efficiencies.

5. Data Analytics & Continuous Improvement

Analyze trade data, duty outflows, logistics costs, and compliance metrics to identify

optimization opportunities.

Drive process automation and digitization initiatives within the EXIM function.

6. Team Leadership & Capability Building

Lead and mentor the EXIM team, ensuring clear accountability and performance management.

Establish SOPs, escalation matrices, and structured training programs to enhance team capability

and compliance awareness.

Additional Information

Interested candidates with relevant experience in managing structured EXIM operations and regulatory compliance are encouraged to apply.