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Location: 

Tamil Nadu, IN, 600032

Requisition ID:  3384

Job Summary/Overview

 

Position: Junior Import & Supply Chain Executive

 

Location: Chennai, India

 

Position Summary: The Junior Import & Supply Chain Executive is responsible for coordinating import shipments, evaluating and finalizing freight forwarders, monitoring logistics costs, verifying import documentation, and maintaining shipment tracking reports. The role ensures timely delivery of shipments, cost control, compliance with import regulations, and effective coordination among internal teams, suppliers, and logistics service providers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•  Obtain multiple freight quotations for each shipment and conduct comparative analysis.

•  Finalize freight forwarders based on commercial, transit time, and service evaluations.

•  Track actual shipment costs against approved quotations and budgets.

•  Verify and reconcile forwarder invoices against quoted freight rates and agreed commercial terms.

•  Coordinate with internal stakeholders, suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers for    smooth shipment execution.

•  Review and approve import documentation, including:

  • Bill of Entry (BOE)
  • Bill of Lading (BL)
  • Air Waybill (AWB)
  • Commercial Invoice
  • Packing List

•  Ensure accuracy and completeness of shipping and customs clearance documents.

•  Monitor customs clearance activities and address any shipment-related issues.

•  Maintain shipment MIS and provide periodic status updates.

•  Track and report shipment milestones, including:

  • Estimated Time of Departure (ETD)
  • Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA)
  • Shipment Status
  • Appointed Freight Forwarder

•  Identify shipment delays, cost variances, and operational issues, and recommend corrective actions.

•  Generate logistics and cost-performance reports for management review.

•  Ensure compliance with company policies and import/export regulatory requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of import procedures, customs regulations, and international freight operations.
  • Understanding freight forwarding, shipping terms (Incoterms), and logistics processes.
  • Strong analytical skills for quotation comparison and cost analysis.
  • Ability to review and validate shipping and customs documentation.
  • Excellent coordination and communication skills.
  • Strong negotiation skills with freight forwarders and service providers.
  • Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and logistics tracking tools.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business, or a related field.
  • 1-3 years of experience in Import Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, or EXIM functions.
  • Working knowledge of customs clearance processes and import documentation.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
  • Knowledge of freight cost analysis and forwarder management is an added advantage.

 

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials.  Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems.  We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.  Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.  We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.

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