Job Description
Hayleys Group is amongst Sri Lanka’s largest, and most respected diversified conglomerates with a turnover in excess of USD 1 Billion. To explore the World of Hayleys, visit us at: www.hayleys.com.
Hayleys Aventurra (Pvt) Ltd
Hayleys Aventurra (Private) Limited is a fully-owned subsidiary of Hayleys PLC, providing a comprehensive range of best quality and reliable industrial solutions in local and foreign markets through its various business units. Please visit https://hayleysavventura.com/
We are seeking a dedicated individual who are passionate about Import/Export Operations in the Food & Chemicals Business Area.
Senior Executive/Executive - Procurement & Import/Export Operations
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end procurement and import/export operations for the Food & Chemical business.
- Raise and manage Purchase Orders in SAP.
- Obtain quotations and negotiate with international suppliers and freight forwarders.
- Prepare import costing and landed-cost calculations.
- Coordinate supplier orders, production readiness and shipment schedules.
- Follow up on ETD, ETA, vessel bookings, shipments and deliveries.
- Ensure timely receipt and accuracy of all shipping and import documentation.
- Coordinate Customs clearance and regulatory approvals.
- Liaise with Sri Lanka Customs, Plant Quarantine, DAPH, Import & Export Control, SLSI, Food Control and other relevant authorities, as applicable.
- Coordinate export documentation and export shipments.
- Track supplier invoices, vendor payments and payment-related shipment requirements.
- Monitor import costs, freight, clearance charges, demurrage and detention.
- Maintain accurate SAP, procurement and shipment records.
- Ensure timely delivery, regulatory compliance and effective coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
Candidate Profile
- Degree / Diploma in Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, International Trade, Food Science, Chemistry or a related field.
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in a Food & Chemical-related business environment, preferably in import procurement or international trade.
- Strong hands-on experience in importing food products, food ingredients, chemicals, chemical raw materials or related products.
- Practical knowledge of Sri Lankan Customs and import procedures.
- Hands-on experience in SAP Purchase Order processing and import costing.
- Experience of dealing with overseas suppliers, freight forwarders and Customs House Agents.
- Good knowledge of import/export documentation, HS Codes and Incoterms.
- Experience dealing with Plant Quarantine, DAPH, Import & Export Control, SLSI and Food Control will be an advantage.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, communication and follow-up skills.
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this challenging role, please click on Apply Now. Pay and benefits of the above position will be competitive and the rewards are performance driven.
Hayleys is an Equal Opportunity Employer.