Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Development: Design and implement comprehensive import/export strategies that align with PIOMA’s global business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Operations Management: Oversee end-to-end import/export operations, ensuring smooth coordination of customs clearance, documentation, transportation, and logistics. Ensure timely delivery of goods to meet global market demands.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to international trade regulations, including FDA, customs laws, export control regulations, and any region-specific trade agreements. Stay updated on changes in global trade regulations and ensure timely compliance across departments.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with internal teams—manufacturing, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, finance, and legal—to facilitate international business initiatives, product launches, and operational efficiency.
• Vendor & Partner Management: Establish and nurture relationships with key external stakeholders such as customs authorities, freight forwarders, carriers, and third-party logistics providers to streamline processes and minimize disruptions in international shipments.
• Documentation & Reporting: Manage and maintain accurate import/export documentation including shipping documents, certificates of origin, import/export licenses, and product registration. Prepare and oversee monthly reports, forecasts, and budgets to support financial planning and decision-making.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a high-performing import/export team, providing training and development to ensure efficient operations and alignment with company goals. Manage performance and provide guidance to optimize individual and team outputs.
• Continuous Improvement: Conduct periodic audits and assessments of current import/export processes to identify inefficiencies or areas for improvement. Implement corrective actions and process optimizations as needed.
• Crisis Management: Address any issues related to customs, shipping delays, or regulatory non-compliance, ensuring swift resolution to minimize operational disruptions.