Import Export Specialist In Clothing And Footwear Business & Administration Technicians

The national, international and foreign sanctions and embargo regulations, e.g. Council Regulation (EU) No 961/2010.

Pre-defined commercial terms used in international commercial transactions which stipulate clear tasks, costs and risks associated with the delivery of goods and services.

The national and international regulations on the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, e.g. regulation (EC) No 1272/2008.

The offered clothing and footwear products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.

Major brands, manufacturers and products available on the footwear market including the different types of shoes, components and materials used.

Know the principles that govern the import and export of products and equipment, trade restrictions, health and safety measures, licenses, etc.

Major suppliers, brands and products involved in the clothing industry.

Manage the flow of products through multi-modal transportation.

Take ownership of the handling of all complaints and disputes showing empathy and understanding to achieve resolution. To be fully aware of all Social Responsibility protocols and procedures, and to …

Follow and implement strategies according to the size of the company and possible advantages towards the international market. Set goals to export products or commodities to the market, in order …

Follow and implement strategies for importing according to the size of the company, the nature of its products, the available expertise, and business conditions on the international markets. These strategies …

Understand and create a link with people from different cultures, countries, and ideologies without judgements or preconceptions.

Maintain a good flow of communication with shipper and freight forwarders, who ensure a correct delivery and distribution of goods.

Organise the completion of official documents such as letters of credit, shipping orders, and certificates of origin.

Solve problems which arise in planning, prioritising, organising, directing/facilitating action and evaluating performance. Use systematic processes of collecting, analysing, and synthesising information to evaluate current practice and generate new understandings …

implement and monitor compliance with import and export requirements in order to avoid customs claims, supply chain interruption, increased overall costs.

File a factual request to an insurance company in case a problem occurs which is covered under an insurance policy.

Organise the transportation system through which a product is conveyed to its buyer, through which a product is sourced from a supplier, including customs.

Evaluate the quotes fares and services offered from prospective transporters on the market.

Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.

Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.

Follow up logistical organisation of products; ensure that products have been transported in a correct and timely fashion.

Plan mobility and transport for different departments in order to obtain the best possible movement of equipment and materials. Negotiate the best possible delivery rates. Compare different bids and select …

Master foreign languages to be able to communicate in one or more foreign languages.