Import Export Manager

About Lubrizol  
The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a specialty chemical company whose science delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales, and technical offices around the world and has about 8,000 employees. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com.  

We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognise unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life. 

Summary of the Role:

This role regional in nature, covering India and the MEA region, focusing on managing high-volume trade, ensuring cost efficiencies, and managing seamless global trade operations. Responsible for import and export processes, ensuring compliance, agility, innovation, and continuous improvement. Manage trade activities across multiple ports, manage customs handling agents, and ensure effective cost management. Expertise in customs laws, duty payments, trade compliance, and global trade certifications. Collaborate with global teams, HSE, finance, tax, plant, warehouse, and transportation teams to optimize processes and enhance trade execution. Ensure safety, productivity, and compliance with international and regional regulations.

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Key Responsibilities

1. Import & Export Operations
• Manage end-to-end import/export activities across multiple ports, ensuring regulatory compliance and duty payments.
• Manage shipments, including containers, ISO tanks, and bonded warehousing.
• Ensure accurate trade documentation for seamless customs clearance.
• Handle drop shipments and international trade transactions using customs platforms.
• Collaborate with global counterparts, COE, finance, supply chain, and tax teams.
• Manage trade certifications and compliance programs for future-readiness.

2. Customs & Compliance Management
• Work with customs handling agents to ensure smooth clearance and accurate tariff classification.

• Monitor and enforce compliance with customs laws, tariff regulations, and global trade standards.

• Align with international trade compliance initiatives to mitigate risks.

• Manage customs site operations and ensure accurate trade documentation.

3. Cost Efficiency & Vendor Management
• Manage trade-related expenses by optimizing costs through vendor negotiations and duty structuring.
• Control freight, demurrage, and detention costs to maintain budget efficiency.
• Evaluate customs handling agent performance to drive continuous improvement.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives to enhance trade efficiency.

4. Stakeholder Collaboration & Process Optimization
• Align import/export strategies with business objectives, working closely with global and regional teams.
• Partner with finance, tax, and regulatory teams to ensure compliance with duty structures and trade laws.
• Work with transportation, warehousing, and supply chain teams to streamline logistics and reduce transit delays.
• Optimize trade processes using digital platforms for better efficiency and transparency.

5. Leadership & Team Development
• Lead and develop a high-performing import/export team, ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Mentor and train team members on trade compliance, customs regulations, and operational efficiency.
• Drive certification programs (AEO and related initiatives) for continuous compliance and excellence.
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Requirements (education, experience, competencies and specific job requirements):
Education & Certification
• Bachelor’s degree (MBA preferred).
• Expertise in import/export regulatory programs preferred.
Experience & Skills
• 10+ years of experience in Import & Export operations, preferably in the chemical industry.
• Strong knowledge of customs laws, trade compliance, HSN codes, duty structures, and tax laws.
• Experience in managing CHAs, customs clearance, bonded warehousing, and international trade documentation.
• Proficiency in SAP, ICEGATE, and other customs/trade platforms for real-time tracking and process optimization.
• Expertise in global trade laws, tax structures, and duty optimization strategies.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience in people management and cross-functional stakeholder collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, manage complex supply chain operations, and drive cost efficiencies.
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Key Competencies
• Strategic Thinking & Global Perspective
• Agility, Innovation & Competitiveness
• Process-Oriented & Results-Driven
• Strong Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
• Independent Leadership & Decision-Making
• Trade Compliance & Regulatory Expertise

Ready for your next career step? Apply today and let's shape the future together!

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As a diverse, global team, we work together to solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. We impact everyday lives through science only Lubrizol can deliver, and we never stop pushing to do it better.

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