Summary:

The Import Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the product importation process. This includes strategic planning, international supplier coordination, ensuring compliance with evolving Myanmar trade regulations, and managing logistics to ensure goods are delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Import Strategy & Planning: Develop and execute import strategies that align with company goals and budget constraints.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on the latest Ministry of Commerce (MOC) and Customs regulations. Ensure all imports comply with Myanmar's current trade laws and restrictions.
• Documentation Management: Supervise the preparation and processing of all import documentation, including Import Licenses, Proforma Invoices, Bills of Lading, and Certificates of Origin.
• Customs Clearance: Oversee the clearance process. Coordinate with customs brokers to resolve any shipment delays or disputes.
• Supplier & Logistics Liaison: Negotiate terms with international suppliers and manage relationships with shipping lines, airlines, and freight forwarders.
• Financial Oversight: Manage payment processes (L/C, T/T) and accurately calculate Landed Costs, including customs duties, taxes, and port charges.
• Risk Management: Monitor exchange rate fluctuations and policy changes that might affect import costs or lead times.

• Bachelor’s Degree: Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Import/Export operations, with at least 2 years in a managerial or senior supervisory role.
• Trade Finance: Solid understanding of international payment methods (Letters of Credit, Telegraphic Transfers, and Incoterms 2020).
• Government Liaison: Proven experience dealing with the Department of Trade and Customs Department.
• Proficiency in English: Strong verbal and written communication skills for international correspondence.
• Microsoft Office: Advanced skills in Excel for cost calculation and reporting.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to navigate complex bureaucratic hurdles and port delays effectively.
• Negotiation: Strong skills in negotiating freight rates and supplier contracts.
• Adaptability: Capability to stay calm and make quick decisions in a volatile regulatory environment.