Job Title: Lead Export Import Manager
Location: Ahmedabad
Type: Fulltime
Open To travel Occasionally
About the Role
We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Lead Export Import Manager who has strong experience in exportimport operations, shipment coordination, vendor handling, and documentation. The ideal candidate should be comfortable managing end-to-end logistics processes and be open to domestic travel when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the complete export and import logistics cycle, ensuring timely and cost-effective deliveries.
- Coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs agents, CHA, and transport partners.
- Oversee documentation including invoice, packing list, BL/AWB, COO, insurance, and any regulatory requirements.
- Monitor and track shipments, resolve delays, and provide regular status updates to internal teams.
- Plan and execute warehouse operations, dispatch schedules, and inventory flow.
- Negotiate rates with logistics partners and maintain strong vendor relationships.
- Ensure compliance with international trade laws, customs regulations, and company policies.
- Conduct periodic vendor visits, site checks, and factory follow-upstravel as required.
- Maintain logistics reports, cost analysis, and performance metrics.
- Collaborate with sourcing, sales, procurement, and project teams to ensure smooth order execution.
Requirements
- Proven experience (3+ years preferred) in exportimport logistics, shipping, or supply chain operations.
- Strong knowledge of customs processes, HS codes, and international shipping documentation.
- Excellent coordination, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and logistics management tools.
- Open to travel for vendor visits, port operations, inspections, and logistics supervision.
- Detail-oriented, problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently.
