Recruitment Of Import Manager At Chi Farms Limited, Lagos

Company : Chi Farms Limited

Location : Lagos

Role: Import Manager

Job Objectives

The Import Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial, regulatory, and operational coordination of import activities following procurement, ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective execution of approved imports critical to business operations.

The role manages trade finance, foreign payments, FX coordination, import documentation, customs clearance, import cost control, and regulatory compliance while partnering closely with Procurement, Treasury, Supply Chain, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless import execution and business continuity.

1. Import Coordination & Transaction Management

Work closely with Procurement to ensure seamless transition from sourcing and supplier award to import execution, trade documentation, shipment coordination, and financial settlement.

Monitor shipment timelines and cargo movement to ensure timely arrival of imported materials and minimize supply disruptions to operations.

Track shipment milestones and proactively escalate documentation gaps, shipment delays, regulatory bottlenecks, or financial risks impacting import timelines.

Coordinate with Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Farms, Veterinary Services, Production, and Finance teams to align shipment priorities with business continuity requirements.

Maintain visibility on open import transactions and ensure timely closure of import cycles.

2. Trade Finance, FX & Foreign Payment Management

Lead all trade finance and foreign payment activities relating to imports, ensuring timely execution, financial control, and regulatory compliance.

3. Import Documentation, Regulatory & Customs Compliance

Ensure full compliance with all statutory, customs, and regulatory requirements governing importation activities.

Oversee the preparation, review, accuracy, and completeness of import-related documentation, including:

Form M

Proforma Invoice

Commercial Invoice

Final Invoice

Bill of Lading / Airway Bill

Packing List