Job Summary
Hire Resolve is currently seeking an experienced Imports Manager specializing in Retail for one of our renowned clients in the retail sector. This role is crucial for ensuring that the company’s products are sourced efficiently and in compliance with all relevant regulations.
If you have a strong background in import management and retail operations, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage all import transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and international standards.
- Handle ordering, cost matching, receipting, and invoicing processes to maintain accuracy and efficiency.
- Engage with vendors and contractors, focusing on performance and conformance management to optimize relationships.
- Continuously measure outputs to mitigate risks associated with import transactions.
- Reconcile payments to import suppliers, ensuring accuracy and adherence to financial controls.
- Initiate and manage payments to foreign suppliers in alignment with the company's Forex Policy.
- Compile and present analytical reports, incorporating management insights and statistical data for decision-making.
- Draft, implement, and maintain policies and procedures, ensuring quality documentation is in place.
- Manage processes and address exceptional transactions by analyzing and resolving queries efficiently.
- Establish and maintain management controls focused on optimizing resources through system enhancements and process efficiencies.
- Oversee all import-related projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines.
- Continuously manage and report on outstanding sales and purchase orders to ensure timely fulfillment.
- Conduct statistical and performance evaluations for all import transactions by supplier and division to assess effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with relevant product and import standards, maintaining adherence to regulations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in import management or related field
- Strong understanding of import processes, customs regulations, and logistics
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and import-related software
- SAP knowledge is advantageous
Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move
- Apply for this role today, contact Rebecca Grylls, Mine Roux, Ashley Feldtmann or Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: logistics@hireresolve.za.com
We will contact you telephonically in 7 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.