Associate Analyst - Logistics

What You’ll Do

• •End-to-End Import Management
• •Manage complete import lifecycle from PO issuance to final delivery
• •Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and CHA for seamless shipment execution
• •Plan and track shipments (Air/Sea) ensuring adherence to timelines

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• •Documentation & Compliance
• •Review and validate import documents:
• •Commercial Invoice
• •Packing List
• •Bill of Lading (BL) / AWB
• •Certificate of Origin
• •Ensure compliance with:
• •DGFT regulations
• •Customs Act & import policies
• •HS Code classification and duty structures
• •Handle import licenses and certifications if required

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• •Customs Clearance Coordination
• •Liaise with CHA for timely clearance of shipments
• •Verify correctness of Bill of Entry filing
• •Ensure duty payments and avoid demurrage/detention
• •Resolve customs queries and audit requirements

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• •Freight & Cost Optimization
• •Negotiate freight rates with forwarders and shipping lines
• •Monitor and reduce logistics costs (freight, duty, warehousing)
• •Analyze landed cost and identify cost-saving opportunities

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• •Shipment Tracking & MIS Reporting
• •Track shipment status and proactively handle delays
• •Provide regular updates to internal stakeholders
• •Maintain MIS reports on:
• •Shipment performance
• •Freight costs
• •Delivery timelines

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• •Vendor & Stakeholder Management
• •Manage relationships with:
• •Overseas suppliers
• •Freight forwarders
• •Customs brokers
• •Coordinate with internal departments: procurement, finance, warehouse

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• •Risk & Issue Management
• •Identify operational bottlenecks and resolve import-related issues
• •Manage risks like shipment delays, documentation errors, compliance issues
• •Ensure cargo insurance coverage

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• •Warehouse & Last-mile Coordination
• •Plan inbound movement from port to warehouse
• •Coordinate transporters for final delivery
• •Ensure proper goods receipt and inspection

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• •Finance & Payment Coordination
• •Validate freight and CHA invoices
• •Ensure timely duty and statutory payments

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• •Process Improvement & Digitization
• •Drive improvements in logistics processes and lead time reduction
• •Work on ERP/SAP systems for shipment tracking and reporting
• •Implement best practices in import operations

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• •Bachelor’s degree in supply chain / Logistics / Commerce / Business Administration
• •8+ years in Import Logistics / International Supply Chain

Skills

Experience in manufacturing, trading, or distribution industries preferred