Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage import activities for raw materials and packaging (majority imported SKUs)
• Coordinate with overseas suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers for on-time clearance and delivery
• Handle import documentation and coordinate directly with government authorities (FDA/อย., Thai Customs)
• Manage regulated and controlled food ingredients and ensure full regulatory compliance
• Monitor shipments, lead times, and resolve delays, discrepancies, and specification issues
• Manage urgent shipments to prevent production disruption
• Plan and manage raw materials for assigned SKUs and confirm material availability for production
• Monitor inventory, safety stock, shelf life, and material expiry
• Manage long-lead-time materials and backlog situations
• Maintain accurate import and material data in ERP systems
• Progressively support and lead a small materials planning team
• Coordinate across multiple factories and warehouse locations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
• 5–7 years’ experience in import, logistics, shipping, or customs in manufacturing (food industry preferred)
• Strong experience in import clearance and regulatory coordination (FDA/อย., Thai Customs)
• Experience of working with freight forwarders and overseas suppliers
• ERP system experience
• Good English communication and negotiation skills