Associate Analyst - Logistics

What you’ll do:

1. End-to-End Import Management
•    Manage complete import lifecycle from PO issuance to final delivery
•    Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and CHA for seamless shipment execution
•    Plan and track shipments (Air/Sea) ensuring adherence to timelines
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2. Documentation & Compliance
•    Review and validate import documents: 
o    Commercial Invoice
o    Packing List
o    Bill of Lading (BL) / AWB
o    Certificate of Origin
•    Ensure compliance with: 
o    DGFT regulations
o    Customs Act & import policies
o    HS Code classification and duty structures
•    Handle import licenses and certifications if required
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3. Customs Clearance Coordination
•    Liaise with CHA for timely clearance of shipments
•    Verify correctness of Bill of Entry filing
•    Ensure duty payments and avoid demurrage/detention
•    Resolve customs queries and audit requirements
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4. Freight & Cost Optimization
•    Negotiate freight rates with forwarders and shipping lines
•    Monitor and reduce logistics costs (freight, duty, warehousing)
•    Analyze landed cost and identify cost-saving opportunities
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5. Shipment Tracking & MIS Reporting
•    Track shipment status and proactively handle delays
•    Provide regular updates to internal stakeholders
•    Maintain MIS reports on: 
o    Shipment performance
o    Freight costs
o    Delivery timelines
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6. Vendor & Stakeholder Management
•    Manage relationships with: 
o    Overseas suppliers
o    Freight forwarders
o    Customs brokers
•    Coordinate with internal departments: procurement, finance, warehouse
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7. Risk & Issue Management
•    Identify operational bottlenecks and resolve import-related issues
•    Manage risks like shipment delays, documentation errors, compliance issues
•    Ensure cargo insurance coverage
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8. Warehouse & Last-mile Coordination
•    Plan inbound movement from port to warehouse
•    Coordinate transporters for final delivery
•    Ensure proper goods receipt and inspection
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9. Finance & Payment Coordination
•    Validate freight and CHA invoices
•    Ensure timely duty and statutory payments
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10. Process Improvement & Digitization
•    Drive improvements in logistics processes and lead time reduction
•    Work on ERP/SAP systems for shipment tracking and reporting
•    Implement best practices in import operations

Qualifications:

🎓 Qualifications:
•    Bachelor’s degree in supply chain / Logistics / Commerce / Business Administration

•    8+ years in Import Logistics / International Supply Chain

Skills:

•    Experience in manufacturing, trading, or distribution industries preferred