Import Manager Summary

Import Manager job opening in Chicago, Illinois. A manufacturer of furniture is seeking to fill an import manager job opening in the Chicago area. Our manufacturing recruiters are seeking organized, thorough import managers for this great job opportunity in the Chicago area. This is a good job opportunity for purchasing professionals with import experience. This position offers competitive compensation as well as benefits. 

Chicago Import Manager Overview:

The Import Manager will work as a member of the procurement team and shall report to the senior manager of procurement. The Import Manager will work closely with international suppliers to ensure that the appropriate materials are shipped an received according to the production schedule.

Chicago Import Manager Job Opening

• The Chicago Import Manager will research international suppliers and foster a strong relationship with all current suppliers.
• Coordinate shipments of supplies with suppliers, confirm details such as the quantity of supplies to be received, and when the shipment shall be received.
• Work with production schedulers and facility data to determine when materials will need to arrive.
• The Chicago Import Manager shall check shipments upon arrival to ensure that the proper quantity of materials has been received, ensure no damages have occurred in transit.
• Keep documentation of all terms and agreements of each order.
• Keep record of any discrepancies between what was ordered and what was received for supplier renegotiation.
• The Chicago Import Manager will work with suppliers to expedite shipments as necessary, identify why shipments were not properly coordinate, and correct such errors as capable.
• Research the regulations related to imports depending of country or origin, ensure no unforeseen complications arise.
• Partner with other procurement staff to identify and make agreements with new suppliers.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to internal and external staff as necessary.
• Keep regular with the regulations and rules relating to imports.
• Document all shipments when they receive, keep record of any damages, and alert supplier to substandard materials.

Import Manager (Chicago Area) Job Requirements:

• A four year degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field from an accredited university.
• A minimum of three years of import management experience for a manufacturing company.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Good with computers and basic office software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Etc.
• Proven negotiation skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.

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