Assistant Manager - Logistics

To plan, organize and carry out the entire local distribution, courier operation, raw material and finished goods stores operations in order to ensure timely delivery of goods to the customer.
1. Refer to terms and references of in/outbound logistical operations, comply with rules / regulations and prepare relevant documents in order to ensure the smooth delivery of goods to the customer
2. Co-ordinate with internal departments, customers' courier services, transport agents, Customs and local authorities and deliver the goods to the customers while ensuring the completion of pre/post shipment documentation
3. Carry out regular customer visits and provide improved customer service
4. Manage raw material & finished goods stores operations, provide improved service to user department and maintain highest level of inventory accuracy
5. Negotiate quotation, short-list couriers / forwarders and packing material vendors in order to secure better trade terms and create a sustainable vendor base
6. Prepare reports/comparisons of logistics and assist with management decision making
7. Liaise with external parties and represent the SBU to facilitate smooth functioning of the import / export processes
8. Ensure timely payments of duties, taxes, levies etc, in order to avoid incurrence of demurrage / penalties and maintain the reputation of the organization
9. Prepare and monitor budget to ensure effective use of resources and trace any significant variance in advance in order to take timely precautions
10. Monitor and ensure effective utilization of the SAP system including new developments and troubleshooting in order to maximize effective utilization of SAP system
11. Provide regular reports to governing bodies or any other statutory body and effectively utilize the deferred taxation facility and other value-added services, as applicable
12. Check & validate all bills for freight charges, local suppliers and forward for payments
13. Take leadership in the application of relevant Customs regulations to ensure compliant customs operations, monitor and resolve any issues related to customs clearance
14. Be responsible for driving compliance with all import/export activities to meet all country procedures and processes
15.Manage the necessary documentation and online forms to cater efficient, cost-effective, and lawful execution of all import/export activities
16.Manage EPE customs inspection processes, including preparation and submission of required documentation
17.Ensure proper classification of goods using HS codes and accurate declaration of key elements