Import Analyst

Description

Job Summary: Execute, monitor, and analyze import processes, ensuring legal compliance, logistical efficiency, and cost control. Key Highlights: 1. Monitor the entire import cycle, from order placement to goods arrival 2. Interact with international suppliers and logistics agents 3. Monitor changes in foreign trade legislation and support improvements **Job Opening: Import Analyst** -------------------------------- ### **Job Objective** Execute, monitor, and analyze import processes—from purchase order issuance through customs clearance—ensuring legal compliance, logistical efficiency, and cost control. Collaborate closely with suppliers, logistics agents, and internal departments to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement of foreign trade processes. ### **Main Responsibilities** * Monitor the entire import cycle, from order placement to goods arrival * Monitor delivery timelines, cargo integrity, and shipment status * Support Procurement and Logistics departments in aligning delivery schedules and planning deliveries * Support and/or perform customs tariff classification of goods and special regimes (e.g., Ex-Tariff, Drawback) * Calculate and review import costs (taxes, freight, warehousing) * Enter data into ERP systems and control spreadsheets * Issue Import Entry Invoices and verify the Import Declaration (DI) * Maintain organized import documentation (Invoice, Packing List, BL/AWB, DI, LI, certificates) * Interact with international suppliers, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and carriers * Monitor customs clearance procedures with the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service and regulatory agencies * Prepare managerial and operational reports on costs, timelines, and logistics performance * Monitor changes in foreign trade legislation and support process improvements * Support or negotiate with logistics service providers (freight, warehousing, customs clearance) ### **Technical Requirements** * Knowledge of import processes and customs legislation * Analysis of import costs (logistical, foreign exchange, and tax-related) * Report and indicator development * Documentation management and ERP system usage * Strong communication skills for interacting with suppliers and logistics agents ### **Education and Experience** **Education:** * Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Logistics, Business Administration, International Relations, or related fields * Postgraduate degree or MBA preferred (for more advanced levels) ### **Working Hours** * Monday to Thursday: **08:00 AM to 06:00 PM** * Friday: **08:00 AM to 05:00 PM** ### **Benefits** * Transportation Allowance * Medical Assistance * Dental Assistance * Group Life Insurance * Meal Voucher * On-site Restaurant * Pharmacy Partnership * Gympass Minimum Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree