EXIM Manager

Position – EXIM Manager

Location – Thane (Hiranandani Estate)

Company- Huhtamaki India Ltd. is a leading provider of primary consumer packaging & decorative labelling solutions in India, and part of Huhtamaki Oyj, a Finnish-based global food packaging major. Packing memorable experiences together with our customers and partners since 1935, today we are a total solutions company with a Pan-India presence, backed by 10 manufacturing sites and 5 customer support centers with employee strength of more than 2800. Catering to both, domestic as well as global demand, our tube laminates are designed for segments such as food, oral care, skin care, pharma and other non-food items. As specialists of flexible packaging, our purpose is to help great products reach more people, more easily.

Huhtamaki is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Huhtamaki India - https://www.huhtamaki.com/en-in/flexible-packaging/

Role Summary

The Exim Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the end-to-end import-export operations of the organization. This includes ensuring compliance with international trade laws and regulations, optimizing supply chain efficiency, and maintaining accurate documentation for smooth customs clearance. The role requires strong knowledge of global trade practices, logistics, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate timely procurement and delivery.

Roles and Responsibility:

Import-Export Operations Management:

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee the transportation of goods across international borders.

• Handle end-to-end shipment processes, including booking, tracking, and final delivery.

• Ensure timely clearance of shipments and resolve any delays or bottlenecks.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to global trade laws, customs regulations, and company policies.

• Oversee the preparation and submission of import/export documentation, such as Bills of Lading, Letters of Credit (LC), and shipping declarations.

• Stay updated on international trade policies, tariffs, and duties.

• Work closely with Legal team, consultants, third party service providers on regulatory matters and take quick decisions.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of all transactions, including invoices, certificates of origin, and compliance documents.

• Generate periodic reports to track shipment performance, costs, and regulatory compliance.

Vendor and Stakeholder Management:

• Liaise with freight forwarders, customs agents, shipping companies, and other logistics partners.

• Collaborate with internal teams (procurement, production, finance) to align trade activities with business needs.

• Negotiate rates and terms with logistics service providers to optimize costs.

Cost and Process Optimization:

• Analyse freight, duty, and clearance costs to identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of trade operations.

Risk Management:

• Monitor and mitigate risks related to shipment delays, damages, and compliance issues.

• Address disputes and resolve any issues with customs or logistics providers.

Sourcing

• Interact with category sourcing managers to ensure supply continuity with lowest possible landed cost

• Responsible for local Sourcing of non-global category direct Raw Materials and indirect materials

• Liaison with CHA for smooth operations of export and import activities.

• Statutory compliances, ensure SOD and DOA are adhered in all Sourcing activities.

Talent and team development

• Builds, develops, and retains a high-performing cross-functional team and supports capability building within the team.

• Fosters and drives best-practice sharing and benchmarking to achieve supply chain excellence (service level, cost savings)

Company Image

• Ensure that a responsible and dynamic image is presented in all dealings with external organizations.

• Ensure the company's interests are fully protected by developing relations and representation with industry bodies and contacts.

• Ensure that a profession and responsible image is presented in all internal dealings and Huhtamaki Group

• Ensure that Huhtamaki code of conduct, values, ethical standards, and legal compliance is followed and adhered to across whole organization and in all activities.

Culture and Communication

• Hold regular team briefings within the team.

• Ensure that adequate information is appropriately communicated to respective team members as well as employees under operations functions and operations community.

• Ensure the employee engagement programs are fully implemented in line with current plans.

Perks and benefits: Best in the industry. CTC offered includes fixed, variable, plus benefits like medical insurance for self and family, telephone reimbursement etc clubbed with employee centric policies.

Professional experience required for the role

• Experience in the wider or global packaging area or any other sector that shows similar challenges like high volume, multiple SKU's, and competitive markets.

• Proven track record of in a supply chain management role related to multi country and market covering role.

• Former experience on driving service, process and inventory reduction improvements via lean methods and other continuous improvement initiatives

• Used to working in a matrix environment.

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Skills Required
Sourcing, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management