Sr. Executive - Logistics (Export & Import Expert)
Location Derabassi - Punjab, India
FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier. As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performance lighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle Solutions Business Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spare parts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles. With currently around 34,000 employees at over 125 locations, the company is active worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.0 billion in the fiscal year 2025.
YOUR TASKS
Job Purpose
Manage end-to-end import and export logistics operations, customs compliance, warehouse operations, inventory control, and production support while ensuring timely material availability and uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Import customs clearance through ICEGATE and coordination with CHA.
- Handle BoE, HSN classification, customs duty, FTA benefits, and import documentation.
- Manage imports of electronic components, PCB assemblies, chemicals, tools, machinery, and plastic parts.
- Coordinate urgent shipments from Asia, Europe, and North America through Sea, Air, Express, and Courier modes.
- Manage export documentation, shipping bills, customer dispatches, and freight coordination.
- Verify incoming materials against PO and invoices and process GRN/GRPO in SAP.
- Manage supplier claims, debit notes, rejection handling, scrap management, and warehouse reconciliation.
- Ensure zero production line stoppages through critical material monitoring and supplier follow-up.
- Drive Shelf Life ,FIFO, FEFO, IQC coordination, warehouse organization, and storage optimization.
- Conduct cycle counts, stock audits, ABC analysis, inventory reconciliation, and slow-moving stock reduction.
- Support internal, external, customer, and statutory audits.
- Ensure compliance with IATF,EHS,FES, 5S, HSE, Safety Standards, forklift compliance, and warehouse best practices.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A master’s degree will be highly desirable.
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Minimum of 8-10 years' experience in logistics, import/export, supply chain management, or shipping and receiving.
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Knowledge on import/export laws and regulations is mandatory.
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Proven expertise in customs procedures, including Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF), and Free on Board (FOB).
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SAP MM/WM, ICEGATE, Customs Regulations, HSN Classification, FTA Compliance, Freight Management, Inventory Control, Warehouse Management, MS Excel.
Key KPIs -
Strong understanding of trade compliance and domestic/international shipping regulations.
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In-depth knowledge of documentation such as Letters of Credit, Airway Bill, Bill of Lading, Draft, Insurance, Inspection Certificate, etc.
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Highly proficient in logistics software, particularly Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and other creating/ managing documentation software.
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Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and proven capability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
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Superior negotiation skills and ability to analyze contracts.
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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate with team members and overseas suppliers.
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Demonstrated capability of working responsibly and ethically in order to ensure compliance with all business rules and processes.
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Certification in international trade, export controls or customs and border protection will be an added advantage.
Even if you do not meet all our requirements, do not hesitate to apply to us, because the further development of our employees is very important to us and opens up a wide range of opportunities for you in our company.
FORVIA HELLA stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.
HELLA India Lighting Ltd.
Neha Saini
