Senior executive - Banking Documentation

Function: Commercial / Export Documentation

Industry: Apparel Manufacturing & Exports

Experience: 3–5 years

About the Role

Gokaldas Exports is looking for a detail-oriented professional to manage post-shipment export documentation, export payment processes and EDPMS compliance. The ideal candidate should have experience working with established export organisations, preferably in the apparel export industry, and possess a strong understanding of export documentation and banking procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end post-shipment export documentation and ensure timely submission of documents to banks and other relevant stakeholders.
• Handle export documentation, including shipping bills, commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading and other shipment-related documents.
• Ensure familiarity with different export payment terms, including advance payments, letters of credit (LC), documentary collection and open account terms.
• Manage Export Data Processing and Monitoring System (EDPMS) activities through bank portals, including closure of shipping bills and follow-up on outstanding export realisations.
• Coordinate with banks, freight forwarders, internal commercial teams and other stakeholders to resolve documentation and payment-related discrepancies.
• Monitor export payment realisation and ensure timely closure of outstanding export transactions in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate export documentation records and ensure compliance with internal processes and applicable export regulations.
• Work with buyers e-commerce platforms and portals for shipment documentation, order updates and related export activities, where applicable.
• Use MS Office applications and digital tools, including AI-enabled productivity tools, to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• B.Com or M.Com from a recognised institution.
• 3–5 years of relevant work experience with an established export organisation, preferably in the apparel or garment export industry.
• Thorough knowledge of post-shipment export documentation.
• Strong understanding of export payment terms and banking procedures.
• Hands-on knowledge of EDPMS activities through bank portals, particularly shipping bill closure.
• Proficiency in MS Office and a willingness to adopt digital and AI-enabled tools.
• Strong communication, coordination and follow-up skills.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with buyers e-commerce platforms or portals.
• Prior experience in apparel export documentation and coordination with authorised dealer banks.