Latif Rice Mills (Pvt.) Ltd., based in Lahore, Pakistan, is seeking a dedicated Export Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of export documentation and shipment coordination to ensure smooth and compliant export operations. This role requires close collaboration with shipping lines, freight forwarders, clearing agents, and banks to facilitate timely processing of export transactions and adherence to regulatory guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and verify export documents such as Invoices, Packing Lists, and Bills of Lading.
- Coordinate with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and clearing agents to ensure efficient shipment execution.
- Manage Letter of Credit (LC) and Cash Against Documents (CAD) processes, ensuring accuracy in export banking documentation.
- Liaise with banks to facilitate timely processing and realization of export proceeds.
- Ensure compliance with State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) guidelines and export regulations.
- Oversee management of bank limits, including Export Finance Scheme (EFS) and Export Enhancement (EE), ensuring their timely maturity against export proceeds.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business, or a related field.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in export documentation and related processes.
- Strong understanding of LC procedures, Incoterms, and the WeBOC system.
- Proficiency in managing export banking documentation and export proceeds.
- Familiarity with bank limits management (EFS and EE) is highly desirable.
- Basic accounting knowledge or experience is preferred.
Essential Skills
- High attention to detail to maintain accuracy in documentation and regulatory compliance.
- Effective time management skills to handle multiple shipments and meet deadlines.
- Proficient English communication skills, both written and verbal, for professional correspondence and coordination with international stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving abilities to quickly resolve documentation or banking issues.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teams, including shipping agents, banks, and internal departments.
- Adaptability to manage changing export requirements and regulatory updates.
Compensation and Work Environment
The position offers a monthly salary ranging from Rs70,000 to Rs100,000. This is an in-person role based in Lahore, requiring the candidate to work onsite to effectively manage export operations and maintain close coordination with relevant stakeholders.
Latif Rice Mills provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where attention to detail and regulatory compliance are critical. Candidates with a background in export documentation and banking processes will find this role rewarding and challenging.