Logistics Project Imports (Manager) - Taloja

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognized chemicals manufacturer catering to the personal care, home care, and specialty chemicals sectors. The organization is committed to zero harm, sustainability, and world-class safety standards, with a focus on driving a proactive safety culture across all operations.

Job Description

Reporting to the General Manager - Global Commercial Division (GCD) :

• Manage end-to-end import operations for engineering and project equipment, ensuring timely delivery and cost optimization.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and shipping companies to streamline logistics.
• Ensure compliance with global trade regulations, IMDG code, customs requirements, and packaging standards.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation : invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, declarations.
• Build and manage vendor relationships; negotiate contracts with logistics service providers and track performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams-engineering, procurement, and finance-to align import strategies with project timelines.
• Support planning and movement of ODC and capital items in coordination with logistics and site teams.
• Track and report import budgets, KPIs, and country-specific regulatory updates.
• Drive continuous improvement in supply chain and import operations for engineering and project categories.
• Support cross-functional initiatives related to new product development, capital expansion, and global sourcing.

The Successful Applicant

• A degree in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field.
• Experience handling import logistics within the chemical industry or similar sectors.
• Knowledge of customs regulations and international shipping standards.
• Strong skills in vendor management and cost optimisation.
• Proficiency in using supply chain management software and tools.
• An analytical mindset with a focus on process improvement.

What's on Offer

• Lead global project import operations for a high-impact manufacturing organization.
• Collaborate across engineering, procurement, and project execution teams.
• Strategic role with visibility to senior leadership and long-term career growth potential.

Contact : Rishabh Prasad

Quote job ref : JN-062025-6771558

Skills Required

Documentation, Vendor Management, global logistics, cost optimisation