# Senior Import Executive

> Weekday AI · New Delhi, India · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-07

**Salary:** INR 300,000–500,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Weekday's Client via platform

## Description

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗥𝘀 𝟯𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 - 𝗥𝘀 𝟱𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 (𝗶𝗲 𝗜𝗡𝗥 𝟯-𝟱 𝗟𝗣𝗔)

Experience: 3+ yrs

Location: New Delhi, Delhi, India

Job Type: Full-time

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented **Senior Import Executive** to manage end-to-end import operations while ensuring timely clearance, accurate documentation, and compliance with applicable customs and import regulations.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of **Import-Export processes, customs compliance, import regulations, and Customs Regulations**, along with the ability to coordinate effectively with customs authorities, freight forwarders, shipping agents, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

## Requirements

Key Responsibilities

-   Manage end-to-end **import operations**, from shipment initiation through customs clearance and final delivery.
-   Prepare, review, and maintain import documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, airway bills, certificates of origin, and other required documents.
-   Coordinate with **Customs Brokers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, airlines, and logistics partners** for timely shipment clearance.
-   Ensure compliance with applicable **customs regulations, import regulations, trade policies, and statutory requirements**.
-   Monitor import shipments and provide regular updates on shipment status, clearance, delivery schedules, and potential delays.
-   Review import documents for accuracy, completeness, and consistency before submission for customs clearance.
-   Coordinate customs clearance activities and resolve documentation, classification, valuation, or regulatory issues.
-   Support accurate determination of **HS codes, customs duties, taxes, and applicable import charges**.
-   Monitor customs assessments and coordinate with relevant parties to address discrepancies or queries.
-   Ensure timely payment and documentation of customs duties, taxes, freight, and other import-related charges.
-   Maintain accurate records of import shipments, customs documents, duty payments, and clearance activities.
-   Coordinate with Finance and Accounts teams for import costing, duty reconciliation, and shipment-related payments.
-   Liaise with suppliers and overseas vendors regarding shipping documentation, dispatch schedules, and compliance requirements.
-   Work with internal teams to align import schedules with inventory and business requirements.
-   Identify potential compliance risks, shipment delays, documentation gaps, and additional costs and take corrective action.
-   Stay updated on changes in **Customs Regulations, import procedures, trade policies, and regulatory requirements**.
-   Support internal and external audits by maintaining complete and organised import documentation.
-   Prepare import reports, shipment trackers, clearance summaries, and other operational reports.
-   Identify opportunities to improve import processes, reduce clearance timelines, and optimise logistics costs.
-   Ensure proper filing, retention, and accessibility of import and customs documentation.

What Makes You a Great Fit

-   **3+ years of experience** in Import-Export, import operations, logistics, international trade, or a related function.
-   Strong hands-on experience managing **end-to-end import processes**.
-   Good knowledge of **customs compliance, import regulations, and Customs Regulations**.
-   Strong understanding of customs clearance procedures, documentation, duties, taxes, and import classifications.
-   Experience coordinating with **customs brokers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, airlines, and clearing agents**.
-   Familiarity with import documentation including invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, airway bills, certificates of origin, and customs-related documents.
-   Working knowledge of **HS codes, customs duty calculations, valuation, and classification**.
-   Strong understanding of international shipping and import logistics processes.
-   Good coordination skills with suppliers, vendors, logistics partners, Finance, Procurement, and internal stakeholders.
-   Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and regulatory compliance.
-   Ability to identify and resolve shipment, customs, documentation, and operational issues effectively.
-   Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities.
-   Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
-   Proficiency in **MS Excel and other digital documentation or ERP systems**.
-   Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven and compliance-sensitive environment.
-   Strong communication and negotiation skills with external agencies and internal stakeholders.
-   Proactive approach to monitoring regulatory changes and ensuring continued import compliance.
-   High level of ownership, accountability, integrity, and attention to detail.

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