Import & Export Specialist

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Create a better future! Do you want to make a difference in the world and contribute to a sustainable future? We believe we can develop the technology and gain the know-how to make that difference. We have launched our ambition, Mission Zero - enabling our customers to move towards zero emissions in mining and cement. We need your leadership skills, curiosity, and drive for change to fulfill our goal. Together, we enable our customers to produce the materials needed for a better future. Department You will be the part of FLSmidth' s EXIM for Bawal manufacturing unit to support department goals and targets. The Logistics Export-Import (EXIM) Department is responsible for managing all international trade operations, ensuring compliance with customs and regulatory requirements, and facilitating seamless logistics coordination. The team collaborates with internal stakeholders and external partners to enable smooth import and export transactions that support the company's global growth. Role Manage all aspects of import and export operations, including documentation, customs clearance, and logistics coordination. Ensure compliance with international trade laws and regulations. Monitor and report on import/export performance, market trends, and business opportunities. Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, freight forwarders, and regulatory bodies. Identify and mitigate potential trade-related risks and liabilities. Stay abreast of evolving trade policies, tariffs, and international agreements. Conduct research to identify new markets and global expansion opportunities. Support contract negotiations related to import/export operations. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (sales, procurement, finance, legal, and QA) to ensure process alignment. Handle all customs related advance authorization license and Closure on time. End to end Co-ordination for Project Cargo raw Material pick to Supply / Dispatch of Cargo to Customer place and required to handle After Sale Market Cargo EXIM operation Key Accountabilities Summary The role encompasses end-to-end management of import and export operations, ensuring seamless coordination across logistics, documentation, customs clearance, and stakeholder engagement while maintaining strict compliance with international trade regulations. It involves performance monitoring, risk mitigation, trade policy management, and market intelligence to optimize costs and efficiency. Additionally, the function supports global expansion, contract management, cross-functional alignment, license administration, and specialized operations such as project cargo, after-sales logistics, and packaging coordination to ensure timely and compliant delivery of goods. Key Accountabilities 1. Import & Export Operations Management Manage end‑to‑end import and export operations across air, sea, and multimodal shipments. Prepare, review, and control all shipping documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, BL/AWB, COO, insurance certificates, and regulatory filings and ensure effective Import Customs Clearance by reviewing CI & PL, Bill of Entry Filing and Handle Customs related queries Coordinate customs clearance at origin and destination to ensure on‑time cargo movement. Liaise with freight forwarders, CHA agents, shipping lines, and airlines to optimize routes, costs, and transit times. Ensure shipment tracking, milestone reporting, and timely issue resolution to avoid delays or penalties. 2. Trade Compliance & Regulatory Adherence Ensure full compliance with applicable international trade laws, customs regulations, FTA provisions, and export control requirements. Interpret and implement DGFT, customs notifications, GST, FEMA, and other statutory guidelines. Conduct periodic internal audits to ensure adherence to compliance standards and prevent violations. Maintain proper records for statutory audits and government inspections. 3. Performance Monitoring & Market Intelligence Monitor import/export KPIs such as cost per shipment, transit times, clearance efficiency, and delivery performance. Analyze market trends, freight rate movements, trade lanes, and geopolitical impacts affecting supply chains. Prepare periodic MIS reports on EXIM performance, risks, and operational improvements for management review. Identify efficiency gaps and recommend process optimization initiatives. 4. Stakeholder & External Agency Management Build and maintain strong working relationships with customs authorities, DGFT, banks, inspection agencies, freight forwarders, and overseas agents. Represent the organization during regulatory interactions, audits, and trade-related discussions. Coordinate inspections, surveys, and certifications required by statutory or customer authorities. 5. Risk Management & Mitigation Identify potential operational, regulatory, financial, and compliance‑related risks in international trade transactions. Develop mitigation strategies to avoid delay

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