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Assistant Manager – (Commercial) – For A reputed Group of Comapnies – Job ID: 1512300 Jobs in Dhaka, Bangladesh at Bdjobs.com
Title: Assistant Manager – (Commercial) – For A reputed Group of Comapnies – Job ID: 1512300
Company: Bdjobs.com
Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh
A reputed Group of Comapnies is looking for Assistant Manager – Commercial
Job Description / Responsibility
A leading and diversified group of companies is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented professional for the position of Assistant Manager – Commercial. The role will manage commercial operations, including import processing, Letter of Credit management, customs clearance, logistics coordination, regulatory compliance, vendor documentation, and landed-cost analysis.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end commercial activities related to local and international procurement.
- Handle import processes, including Proforma Invoice (PI), Letter of Credit (LC), insurance, shipment, customs clearance, and delivery.
- Prepare, process, amend, monitor, and settle import LCs accurately and on time.
- Coordinate with suppliers, banks, freight forwarders, shipping lines, C&F agents, insurance companies, and logistics partners.
- Monitor shipment schedules and ensure the timely delivery of imported materials to factories and project sites.
- Review commercial terms and conditions in purchase orders, supplier agreements, and service contracts.
- Maintain supplier contracts and monitor their validity, renewal dates, delivery obligations, and compliance requirements.
- Coordinate customs clearance and ensure compliance with the Customs Act, Import Policy Orders, Bangladesh Bank guidelines, VAT, and Tax regulations.
- Prepare accurate landed-cost calculations covering freight, duties, taxes, insurance, and other logistics expenses.
- Identify cost-saving and process-improvement opportunities across commercial and logistics activities.
- Maintain complete and accurate commercial documentation for audit and regulatory purposes.
- Prepare periodic commercial MIS reports and analyses for management.
- Coordinate with Procurement, Finance, Engineering, Production, Project Management, Legal, and Internal Audit teams.
- Supervise assigned team members and ensure the timely completion of commercial activities.
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor/Honors
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline from a recognized university.
- MBA or postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain Management or International Trade will be an advantage.
- Professional certification in Import–Export Management or Trade Finance will be preferred.
Experience Requirements
- 4 to 5 year(s)
- The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Manufacturing (Light Engineering and Heavy Industry), Engineering Firms, Group of Companies, Cement Industry, Steel, Power
Additional Requirements
- Minimum 5–8 years of progressive experience in commercial operations, import management, and LC processing.
- Sound knowledge of import and export procedures, LC processing, trade finance, and commercial documentation.
- Strong understanding of Bangladesh Customs procedures, Bangladesh Bank regulations, Import Policy Orders, VAT, and Tax requirements.
- Practical experience in customs clearance, logistics coordination, vendor contracts, and landed-cost calculation.
- Proficiency in ERP systems, advanced Microsoft Excel, MIS reporting, and document management systems.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage deadlines and multiple stakeholders with accuracy and attention to detail.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and regulatory awareness.
