Procurement Executive - Logistics, Supplychain & Customs Clearance

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About The Role
As a [Procurement (Logistics, Supplychain & Customs Clearance) -Executive], you will drive impactful contributions and focus on outcomes. You will be a key member of the(Procurement Logistics) team, collaborating with [manager, primary team, or other stakeholders and teams]. [A Logistics and Compliance professional with expertise in SEZ, STPI, Customs, Import/Export Operations, Asset Management, Regulatory Compliance, Facility Closure Projects, De-bonding, E-waste Disposal, and Government Liaison. Experienced in managing end-to-end logistics processes, ensuring statutory compliance, driving operational efficiency, and supporting large-scale business transformation and facility transition initiatives across multiple locations.
As a team of self-starters, you can work with impact with our vibrant people and culture all while enjoying unmatched learning opportunities.
In This Role, You Will
Manage customs clearance activities for imports, exports, and domestic procurements across SEZ and STPI units.
Handle SEZ/STPI compliance processes, including documentation, filings, approvals, and liaison with government authorities.
Coordinate Inter Unit Transfers (IUT), asset movements, de-bonding, and duty payment activities.
Manage asset tracking, bond register maintenance, inventory reconciliation, and audit support.
Facilitate invoice endorsement processes and statutory approvals to ensure compliance and tax benefits for SEZ operations.
Support facility setup, expansion, consolidation, and closure projects, including regulatory approvals and asset disposal activities.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders such as IT, Procurement, Finance, Facilities, and external vendors, customs brokers, and regulatory authorities.
Ensure compliance with SEZ, STPI, Customs, DGFT, and other statutory regulations while mitigating operational and financial risks.
What You Must Have To Be Considered
Bachelor's any degree like Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
7-8+ years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Customs, SEZ/STPI Compliance, or Trade Compliance.
Strong knowledge of SEZ, STPI, Customs, DGFT, and Import/Export regulations.
Experience handling customs clearance, BOE processing, asset de-bonding, and inter-unit transfers (IUT).
Knowledge of asset lifecycle management, inventory reconciliation, and compliance documentation.
Experience coordinating with government authorities, customs brokers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
Strong understanding of GST, invoice endorsement processes, and statutory compliance requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, reporting, data analysis, and compliance tracking tools.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects, facility closures, asset disposals, and compliance-driven initiatives simultaneously
These will help you succeed
To succeed in this role, candidates should possess strong expertise in SEZ/STPI compliance, customs operations, logistics management, asset governance, stakeholder coordination, and regulatory documentation, along with excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Work model – Work From office only
This role requires regular presence at the office on daily basis to effectively coordinate with internal stakeholders, government authorities, vendors, customs brokers, and cross-functional teams. The position involves handling sensitive compliance documentation, logistics operations, asset management activities, and time-bound regulatory processes that require close collaboration and on-site engagement.
Location: Hyderabad and Vizag / As per business requirements
Work Arrangement: 100% Work from Office (WFO)

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