Description :
Grade Level: L2
Contractual: Mat Cover
Location: Islamabad
Last date to apply: 20th May, 2024
What is Expert Foreign Trade Operations?
We are seeking an Expert in Foreign Trade Operations to support our telecom company's Trade operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that our trade operations are properly administered and that our customers receive the best possible service.
The role reports directly to the Manager Foreign Trade and has 2 people reporting directly into it with an extended team of 3 team members
What Expert Foreign Trade Operations does?
- Trade Compliance: Ensure adherence to international & local trade laws, regulations, and customs requirements to minimize legal and financial risks. Stay updated with evolving trade policies, sanctions, embargoes, to ensure compliance in all trade activities.
- Import/Export Operations: Manage end-to-end import and export processes, including documentation, customs clearance, shipping logistics, and trade finance.
- Risk Management: Identify and assess potential risks associated with foreign trade operations, such as trade restrictions, currency fluctuations, political instability, and supply chain disruptions. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and safeguard the organization's interests.
- Trade Finance and Payment: Collaborate with finance teams and banks to manage international payment processes, including letters of credit, trade finance instruments, and foreign exchange transactions. Optimize cash flow and minimize financial exposure by leveraging suitable trade finance options.
- Relationship Management: Cultivate strong relationships with international suppliers, customers, regulatory authorities, and industry stakeholders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as sales, procurement, and legal, to ensure seamless coordination and effective communication throughout the trade process.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize foreign trade operations by implementing best practices, streamlining processes, and leveraging technology solutions. Drive efficiency, cost savings, and operational excellence in international trade activities.
Jazz is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or related field.
- At least 3-5 years of experience in foreign trade or related field.
- Knowledge of trade policies & regulations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
Benefits
Why Join Jazz?
As one of the leading employers in the country, Jazz epitomizes the philosophy that each Jazz employee is passionately living a better every day inspired and enabled by visionary leadership, a unique professional culture, a flourishing lifestyle, and continuous learning and development.
Our core values include qualities essential for a positive organizational culture - truthfully guiding entrepreneurial and innovative mindsets, harnessing professional and interpersonal collaboration, and fostering across-the-board customer-obsession.
As one of the largest private sector organizations in Pakistan, our objective is to continue to change the lives of our 70 million customers for the better. This is an opportunity for someone who wants to be part of something transformative, someone who can play a critical role in driving our success. Together, we can empower millions more with the tools necessary to progress in an increasingly digital economy.
