Import/Export Supervisor

Overview

• Pragmatic is a world leader in semiconductor innovation, evolutionizing semiconductor fabrication with ultra-low-cost, flexible integrated circuit (FlexIC) technology that makes it quick and easy to embed intelligence almost anywhere.
• The newly formed procurement function at Pragmatic owns the strategic development of a global supply chain to enable the business’s ambitious growth plan, enhance our competitive edge, and deliver on our environmental commitments.
• We operate at the intersection of technology and strategy, ensuring that we have the right commercial relationships to meet Pragmatic’s mission to see our technology in 1 trillion smart items over the next decade.
• We are dedicated to driving innovation and value through robust supplier partnerships with companies who share our values.
• We foster social and environmental responsibility in our partnerships and operate with unwavering honesty, integrity, and passion, fostering a culture of collaboration and mutual growth.

Key tasks

• Establish internal operating and financial models for the movement of all incoming goods, tooling and outbound finished goods
• Work alongside the Procurement team to identify and select strategic logistical partners, capable of supporting rapid organisational growth and development across a global network
• Introduce organisational knowledge of legislative and international laws and regulations for the movement of goods.
• Build positive operational network with clients, suppliers and relevant agency representatives.
• Management of shipments ensuring conformity of requirements across multiple continents.
• Work alongside the Operations and Sales team to plan for current and future movement of goods
• Develop an optimised commercial model for the Import/export needs and provide regular KPIs and supplier performance data.
• Evaluate optimised freight shipment solutions with internal stakeholders.

Qualifications and training

• Degree or Certified professional relevant to Import/Export & Foreign trade
• Demonstrable management, financial management, leadership, people development

Skills and experience

• Ability to create an import/export function from ground-up & demonstrable experience within a global trading environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with both internal and external stakeholder.
• A comprehensive understanding of relevant insurance, tax and duty considerations for the movement of goods and materials
• History of building internal and external relationships and interaction with management at all levels.
• Ability to adapt in a rapidly growing, high tech, innovative organisation.
• Objective, analytical and a clear and persuasive communicator with a positive and enthusiastic outlook.