Assistant Manager – Commercial

Job Description

Title: Assistant Manager – Commercial

Company Name: A reputed Group of Comapnies

Vacancy: 1

Age: At least 30 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 4 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Manufacturing (Light Engineering and Heavy Industry), Engineering Firms, Group of Companies, Cement Industry, Steel, Power

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline from a recognized university.

• MBA or postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain Management or International Trade will be an advantage.

• Professional certification in Import–Export Management or Trade Finance will be preferred.

• 4 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Manufacturing (Light Engineering and Heavy Industry), Engineering Firms, Group of Companies, Cement Industry, Steel, Power

• Age At least 30 years

• Minimum 5–8 years of progressive experience in commercial operations, import management, and LC processing.

• Sound knowledge of import and export procedures, LC processing, trade finance, and commercial documentation.

• Strong understanding of Bangladesh Customs procedures, Bangladesh Bank regulations, Import Policy Orders, VAT, and Tax requirements.

• Practical experience in customs clearance, logistics coordination, vendor contracts, and landed-cost calculation.

• Proficiency in ERP systems, advanced Microsoft Excel, MIS reporting, and document management systems.

• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple stakeholders with accuracy and attention to detail.

• High level of integrity, accountability, and regulatory awareness.

A leading and diversified group of companies is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented professional for the position of Assistant Manager – Commercial. The role will manage commercial operations, including import processing, Letter of Credit management, customs clearance, logistics coordination, regulatory compliance, vendor documentation, and landed-cost analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end commercial activities related to local and international procurement.

• Handle import processes, including Proforma Invoice (PI), Letter of Credit (LC), insurance, shipment, customs clearance, and delivery.

• Prepare, process, amend, monitor, and settle import LCs accurately and on time.

• Coordinate with suppliers, banks, freight forwarders, shipping lines, C&F agents, insurance companies, and logistics partners.

• Monitor shipment schedules and ensure the timely delivery of imported materials to factories and project sites.

• Review commercial terms and conditions in purchase orders, supplier agreements, and service contracts.

• Maintain supplier contracts and monitor their validity, renewal dates, delivery obligations, and compliance requirements.

• Coordinate customs clearance and ensure compliance with the Customs Act, Import Policy Orders, Bangladesh Bank guidelines, VAT, and Tax regulations.

• Prepare accurate landed-cost calculations covering freight, duties, taxes, insurance, and other logistics expenses.

• Identify cost-saving and process-improvement opportunities across commercial and logistics activities.

• Maintain complete and accurate commercial documentation for audit and regulatory purposes.

• Prepare periodic commercial MIS reports and analyses for management.

• Coordinate with Procurement, Finance, Engineering, Production, Project Management, Legal, and Internal Audit teams.

• Supervise assigned team members and ensure the timely completion of commercial activities.

1. Five-day workweek

2. Provident Fund

3. Gratuity

4. Festival Bonus

5. Earned Leave Encashment