Assistant Manager- Commercial & Accounts

* Spearhead commercial operations, ensuring seamless alignment with company policies and procedures. * Oversee account management, including vouching, posting, and reporting, while maintaining expertise in VAT and IT-related matters. * Collaborate with department heads to plan, organize, and supervise departmental activities, driving strategic growth and efficiency. * Foster strong relationships with external partners, including banks, C&F agents, freight forwarders, and shipping lines, to facilitate timely document processing and shipment. * Drive import and export operations, including permit processing, customs formalities, and compliance with regulations, to ensure on-time delivery and shipment. * Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with import/export regulations and on-time delivery. * Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of HS codes, Customs Act, and other trade formalities to inform commercial operations. * Prepare and submit yearly import and export customs statements for audit, ensuring accuracy and compliance. * Build and maintain strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders to resolve operational issues promptly and efficiently. * Analyze and prepare reports, documentation, and insights for management review, driving data-informed decision-making. * Architect and manage all import and export commercial operations, including document preparation, verification, and submission. * Negotiate and coordinate with banks on LC opening, amendments, and payment settlements, ensuring timely and secure transactions. * Ensure strict compliance with buyer contracts, terms, and conditions, as well as international trade regulations, to mitigate risk and protect company interests. * Orchestrate shipment booking, cargo movement monitoring, and timely delivery to ports and buyers, ensuring seamless supply chain operations. * Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders, and shipping lines to optimize supply chain efficiency and resolve issues promptly. * Track shipment schedules and ensure on-time delivery according to buyer requirements, driving customer satisfaction and loyalty. * Monitor financial transactions, payments, and adherence to company policies, identifying areas for cost optimization and process improvement. * Support vendor negotiation, cost optimization, and commercial contract review, driving strategic growth and profitability. * Identify and mitigate potential commercial risks, developing and implementing strategies to minimize impact and ensure business continuity. * Drive process improvements and efficiency initiatives, streamlining commercial operations and enhancing turnaround times. * Embrace a culture of continuous learning and improvement, adapting to changing market conditions and regulatory requirements.