General Manager - Import & Export (Commercial)

Job Description

Title: General Manager - Import & Export (Commercial)

Company Name: Clifton Group, 100% Export Oriented Composite Industries

Vacancy: --

Age: At least 27 years

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Salary: --

Experience:

• 15 to 20 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Garments

• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
• Masters

• Master`s degree or Bachelor`s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, International Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.

• Professional certifications in International Trade, Customs, or Commercial Management will be considered an advantage.

• 15 to 20 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Garments

• Age At least 27 years

• Strong knowledge of Import & Export regulations, Customs Act, Bonded Warehouse Management, BGMEA, EPB, and Bangladesh Bank policies.

• Expertise in LC operations, UCP 600, INCOTERMS, international shipping, trade finance, and customs clearance.

• Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.

• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight shipment deadlines.

Experience

• Minimum 15–20 years of relevant experience in Commercial (Import & Export) operations within a reputed 100% Export-Oriented Knit Garments.

• At least 8–10 years of experience in a senior leadership position (GM/DGM/Head of Commercial).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all Import & Export commercial operations.

• Ensure timely opening, amendment, and settlement of Import L/Cs and Back-to-Back L/Cs.

• Manage export documentation, including EXP, Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, GSP, and other shipping documents.

• Coordinate with Bangladesh Bank, Customs, Bond Commissionerate, BGMEA, EPB, Shipping Lines, Freight Forwarders, C&F Agents, and commercial banks.

• Ensure compliance with Bangladesh import-export policies, customs regulations, bonded warehouse rules, and international trade requirements.

• Monitor customs clearance, shipment schedules, and logistics to avoid delays and additional costs.

• Supervise bond license management, UD utilization, customs audits, and regulatory reporting.

• Maintain strong relationships with buyers, suppliers, banks, and government authorities.

• Prepare commercial reports, MIS, and management presentations.

• Lead and develop the commercial team to achieve organizational objectives.

• As per company policy.