Import and Export Manager

COMPETENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE JOB (education and experience required) Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, or related field 5-7 years’ experience in import/export operations or a similar role Demonstrated knowledge of customs regulations and compliance requirements Demonstrate strong to develop and maintain business relationships with both customers and suppliers Good written communications skills, ability to apply critical thinking skills and problem solving techniques. Excellent time management skills and the ability to organize his own team effectively and efficiently. You must have a sound understanding of business finance and be able to analyse financial data and be able to apply mathematics to problem solve where applicable. Able to make decisions at critical times and whilst under pressure. You must be able to lead a team and be sensitive to the needs of others’. DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTION Coordinate shipments between domestic warehouse to destination ports, while ensuring that shipments are completed and process on time. Completed all necessary paperwork for shipments by all Import and Export regulations, and per shipper and destination country requirements. Coordinated daily import/export activities with carriers, customs brokers and other third party logistics. Provided a domestic warehouse with any special shipping instructions required for the product shipment. Coordinated pickup with various customers, suppliers and third-party warehouses; verifying receipt of all import and export of coffee. Traced shipments through all transit point up to final destination; advised overseas agents and managers of any irregularities. Provided extensive support in purchasing coffee, including sourcing, vendor identification, product evaluation, contract agreements, and implementation. SPECIFIC TARGETS/ OBJECTIVES. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all laws, regulations, and compliance requirements related to importing goods into the United States Oversee the daily operations of the import department, including staff supervision, budgeting, and scheduling Negotiate with vendors, suppliers, and freight forwarders to secure the best possible terms for the company Prepare and submit required documentation to customs authorities in a timely and accurate manner Monitor shipments throughout the import process, ensuring that they remain on schedule and within budget. Responsibilities [Be specific when describing each of the responsibilities. Use gender-neutral, inclusive language.] Example: Determine and develop user requirements for systems in production, to ensure maximum usability Qualifications [Some qualifications you may want to include are Skills, Education, Experience, or Certifications.] Example: Excellent verbal and written communication skills