Import Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Import Manager to lead our international import operations, ensuring seamless coordination between suppliers, customs authorities, and logistics partners. This remote position supports our globally focused organization in delivering cost‑effective and compliant sourcing solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute import strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage end‑to‑end import processes from supplier shipment through customs clearance to final delivery.
• Coordinate import documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and permits.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations, tariff classifications, sanctions, and destination‑country requirements.
• Maintain relationships with international suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and logistics providers.
• Monitor import orders, shipment status, lead times, and service levels.
• Calculate and optimize landed costs, duties, taxes, and freight expenses.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, warehouse, legal, production, and supply‑chain teams.
• Identify cost‑reduction opportunities and drive automation of import processes.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Logistics, or a related field.
• 5–10+ years of experience in import management, international logistics, customs, or global supply‑chain operations.
• Proven track record managing import operations across multiple countries.
• Strong knowledge of customs procedures and import regulations.

Required skills

• Customs procedures
• Import documentation
• Freight management
• Landed‑cost optimization