Category Lead

Responsibilities

On-Time Shipment Clearance:
Ensure timely custom clearance of imported shipments to facilitate prompt delivery to the plant. Coordinate with relevant parties to minimize delays.
Minimize Detention, Interest, and Penalty Charges for Import Shipment:
Achieve customs clearance without incurring detention charges by optimizing processes and adhering to timelines, thus avoiding additional costs.
Vendor Payment:
Oversee timely payments to suppliers to maintain good relationships and ensure the smooth flow of materials. Monitor payment cycles to prevent disruptions.
Compliance:
Ensure strict adherence to customs regulations and compliance requirements. Regularly audit processes to prevent non-compliance and its associated risks.
Availing Duty Benefits:
Maximize utilization of available duty benefit schemes, including Advance License, EPCG, and IGCR. Ensure proper documentation and compliance to leverage these benefits effectively.
Innovation:
Integrating advanced technologies, such as automation and AI, to streamline customs clearance processes, enhance logistics operations, and improve efficiency across the supply chain.
Digitalization/Data-Driven Decision Making:
Driving the adoption of digital tools like customs management systems, shipment tracking platforms, and predictive analytics to optimize logistics workflows and make informed, datad-riven decisions.
Organizational & Culture Building:
Fostering a culture of compliance, efficiency, and collaboration by empowering teams with the
knowledge and tools to align with customs regulations and company logistics goals.
Leadership in Change Management:
Leading the implementation of new technologies and processes, ensuring smooth transitions
and minimal disruption during changes.
People Development:
Leading from the front & being accountable for the professional growth of your teams. Developing/conducting/promoting training & learning initiatives to enhance skills &
empowering them to take ownership of key processes and decisions.
Key Stakeholders - Internal:
· Shift Incharge - Import Logistics
· Import Team
· Procurement Department
· Logistics Team
Key Stakeholders - External:
· Suppliers
· Customs Authorities
· Freight Forwarders
· Importers

 

Qualifications

Educational Qualification:
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a
related field.
Work Experience (Range of years):
8-12 years of experience in import logistics, including experience in managing import
processes and teams, with strong knowledge of customs regulations.