Import Operations Expert

In accordance with ongoing restructuring plans of our group of companies in 2019, operating international scale, new job opportunities available in our Head Office for manufacturing and marketing of Electrical and Lighting components in a leading position it’s sector

The successful candidate will be responsible for executing the Import/shipment and overseas procurement processes from China. Also providing customer service aligned with the company’s initiatives and business strategies in compliance with exceptional quality and service such as :

• Conducting daily routine with with suppliers, customs consultancy company, customs, warehouses and transportation / forwarder companies, as well as subsidiaries,
• Supporting and executing order management, import and logistics procedures,
• Playing critical role as an SPC ( Single-Point of Contact ) for vendors and internal/external customers ,
• Handling information flow between factory, forwarders and customers,
• Instruct and liaise with warehouses, and forwarders to prepare and arrange the execution of the shipment of goods,
• Responsible from coordinating logistics process, ensuring shipping docs. are prepared correctly in terms of logistics, customs clearance etc.,
• Assure on-going regulatory compliance for the order and ensure accuracy of import documents and charges,
• Giving support in L/C procedures,
• Supervising customs clearance and logistics processes to avoid cost and delays at the port,
• Preparing and submitting regular import/procurement reports.
• Preparing cost and lead time reports for management,

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in preferably Engineering/Supply Chain or Business Administration, 
• Good knowledge and experience in sea trade / import procedures and Min. 2 years experience in Procurement / Import Operations Management,
• Good knowledge of customs regulations and documentation ( Knowledge of technical compliance assessment procedures is a big asset)
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment with complex business scenarios,
• The ability to organize and prioritise jobs, whilst under pressure in order to meet operational deadlines,
• Customer and service oriented attitude,
• Good team player, and multitasking ability,
• Must be detail oriented and have strong problem solving skills,
• Team player with a positive, dynamic mindset, and strong communicator with the ability to negotiate and win business,
• Fluency in English is required ( written & oral ) – Chinese and/or additinal language(s) will be plus -
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications with speed and accuracy,
• Experienced user of Mikro ERP,
• Min. 26 years old,
• No Military obligations for male candidates,
• Preferably or willing to live European side of Istanbul