import assistant

Key Responsibilities

·       Manage end-to-end import documentation and shipment coordination.

·       Prepare, verify and maintain Commercial Invoices.

·       Packing Lists.

·       Bill of Lading / Air Waybill.

·       Certificate of Origin.

·       Bill of Entry and other import-related documents.

·       Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, CHA/customs brokers and transporters.

·       Track shipments and ensure timely customs clearance and delivery.

·       Follow up on customs documentation, duty payments and clearance status.

·       Coordinate transportation from port/airport to the warehouse.

·       Verify freight, customs and logistics-related invoices.

·       Maintain accurate shipment records and logistics MIS.

·       Coordinate with the accounts/finance team for import-related payments and documentation.

·       Identify and resolve documentation or shipment-related issues promptly.

·       Maintain proper filing and records of all import and shipping documents.

·       Use Tally Prime for relevant accounting, purchase, inventory and logistics-related entries.

·       Prepare and maintain reports using MS Excel.

Required Experience & Skills

·       3–4 years of relevant experience in Import Documentation & Shipping/Logistics.

·       Good practical knowledge of import procedures and customs documentation.

·       Experience coordinating with CHA, freight forwarders, shipping lines and transporters.

·       Good working knowledge of Tally Prime.

·       Good knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office.

·       Strong follow-up and coordination skills.

·       Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

·       Ability to independently handle multiple shipments and timelines.

Personality & Communication

·       Pleasant and professional personality.

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·       Confident in communicating with vendors, customers, service providers and internal teams.

·       Proactive, responsible and solution-oriented.

·       Good interpersonal skills and ability to build positive working relationships.

·       Calm and organised while handling time-sensitive shipments and documentation.

Qualification

Graduate in Commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration or a related field.

Ideal Candidate

A dependable and well-organised professional who can independently manage import documentation and shipping coordination, communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders, and ensure shipments move smoothly from supplier to customs clearance to final delivery.

Industry: Logistics / Freight Forwarding / Supply Chain

Key Responsibilities:

Manage day-to-day logistics and freight forwarding operations.

Handle Import/Export, Air & Sea Freight and transportation activities.

Coordinate with clients, shipping lines, airlines, transporters, CHA and vendors.

Manage customer relationships and resolve shipment-related issues.

Develop new business opportunities and maintain existing clients.

Prepare quotations, negotiate rates and close business.

Monitor shipment costs, revenue and profitability.

Lead and manage the sales/operations team.

Ensure timely documentation, shipment movement and delivery.

Maintain MIS and operational reports.

Ensure compliance with customs and freight-forwarding procedures.

Requirements:

Graduate in any discipline.

5–10 years of relevant experience in Logistics/Freight Forwarding.

Strong knowledge of Import & Export, Air/Sea Freight and Customs Clearance.

Excellent communication, negotiation and customer-handling skills.

Strong leadership and team-management abilities.

Good knowledge of MS Excel/Office.

Preferred: Candidates with experience in Freight Forwarding + Sales/Operations + Customs/CHA will be preferred.