Job Summary
Hire Resolves is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Imports Manager on behalf of our client, a leading retail company. The Imports Manager will be responsible for overseeing the entire importation process, ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of goods while maintaining full compliance with all import regulations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of import processes, customs regulations, and logistics, along with strong communication and negotiation skills. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in optimizing the supply chain for a thriving retail business.
Responsibilities
- Compile high-level reports, including management, analytical, and statistical insights.
- Reconcile supplier payments and oversee performance management through internal audits and self-assessments.
- Oversee the entire import process, including ordering, cost matching, receipting, and invoicing management.
- Ensure compliance with relevant product and import standards.
- Manage and participate directly in all import-related transactions.
- Implement and maintain management controls, focusing on resource optimization through system enhancements and process efficiency.
- Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and contractors, ensuring compliance with performance standards and effective conformance management.
- Provide statistical and performance evaluation reports for all import transactions, categorized by supplier and division.
- Draft, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and quality documentation.
- Continuously manage and report on outstanding sales and purchase orders.
- Coordinate all import-related projects.
- Continuously monitor output, aiming to reduce risks and improve efficiency.
- Initiate and manage payments to foreign suppliers in line with the company's Forex Policy.
- Manage exception transactions, analyzing and resolving queries as they arise.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in import management or a similar role.
- In-depth knowledge of import processes, customs regulations, and logistics.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and import-related software.
- SAP experience is a plus.
Benefits
Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move
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.