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Import Specialist Jobs in Alexandria, Alexandria, Egypt at International Group For Modern Coatings – MIDO
Title: Import Specialist
Company: International Group For Modern Coatings – MIDO
Location: Alexandria, Alexandria, Egypt
International Group for Modern Coatings (MIDO) is seeking to hire
IMPORT SPECIALIST
Job Responsibilities:
• Manage the end-to-end import process from purchase order issuance until final delivery to warehouse.
• Source and communicate with international suppliers and negotiate prices, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Follow up on order confirmations, production status, and shipment schedules.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and customs brokers.
• Prepare and review import documentation including Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, and Bill of Lading.
• Follow up on customs clearance procedures and ensure compliance with import regulations.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times, and delivery reliability.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and import records within the ERP system.
• Coordinate with Planning, Warehouse, Finance, and Quality departments to ensure smooth material availability.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Import, Foreign Purchasing, or International Procurement.
• Good knowledge of international shipping, customs clearance, and import documentation.
• Experience dealing with overseas suppliers and freight forwarders.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Very Good command of English (written and spoken).
• ERP experience is preferred.
• Alexandria Resident.