Associate General Manager – Commercial and Exim Head
Piramal Pharma Ltd
Date: 1 week ago
City: Mumbai, Maharashtra
Contract type: Full time
Job Description
Business: Piramal Pharma Solutions
Department: Supply Chain
Location: Mumbai, Kurla
Travel: Medium
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to head our Commercial & Logistics operations. This role will be responsible for overseeing all international trade activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, benefit management, optimizing cost and efficiency of export and import operations and enabling smooth cross-border movement of goods. The ideal candidate will bring deep domain knowledge, leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in managing large-scale import/export functions preferably from pharmaceutical industry.
Reporting Structure: Global Supply Chain Head
Experience
In the three decades of its existence, Piramal Group has pursued a twin strategy of both organic and inorganic growth.
Driven by its core values, Piramal Group steadfastly pursues inclusive growth, while adhering to ethical and values-driven practices.
Equal employment opportunity
Piramal Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetics, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
We base our employment decisions on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. We endeavor to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruitment, selection, training, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions, including reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities as well as individuals with needs related to their religious observance or practice.
About The Team
Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS) is a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our customers through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including drug discovery solutions, process & pharmaceutical development services, clinical trial supplies, commercial supply of APIs, and finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services such as the development and manufacture of highly potent APIs, antibody-drug conjugations, sterile fill/finish, peptide products & services, and potent solid oral drug products. PPS also offers development and manufacturing services for biologics including vaccines, gene therapies, and monoclonal antibodies, made possible through Piramal Pharma Limited’s investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited. Our track record as a trusted service provider with experience across varied technologies makes us a partner of choice for innovators and generic companies worldwide.
Business: Piramal Pharma Solutions
Department: Supply Chain
Location: Mumbai, Kurla
Travel: Medium
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to head our Commercial & Logistics operations. This role will be responsible for overseeing all international trade activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, benefit management, optimizing cost and efficiency of export and import operations and enabling smooth cross-border movement of goods. The ideal candidate will bring deep domain knowledge, leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in managing large-scale import/export functions preferably from pharmaceutical industry.
Reporting Structure: Global Supply Chain Head
Experience
- Any Bachelor’s degree, EXIM Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field. MBA preferred.
- 15–18 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
- Should have led the EXIM function with a team of 5 to 6.
- In-depth knowledge of Indian customs regulations, INCOTERMS, export-import documentation, and compliance procedures including EDPMS/IDPMS.
- Strong experience in working with DGFT, Customs, ADC, SEZ, EOU, and related government authorities including trade bodies like CII, FIEO, EPCs etc.
- Experience in handling GDP, AEO, Compliance Tool, Benefit Management (RoDTEP, Duty Drawback, Deemed Export Drawback, TED).
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Should be in SME role in the current organization to advise stakeholders on various international topics like : budget impact, trade barriers, duty structure.
- Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and implement the overall strategy for export and import operations in alignment with global business goals.
- Identify and drive opportunities for operational improvements, cost optimization, and trade expansion.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, manufacturing, BD / Sales, warehouse, finance and legal.
- Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure full compliance with Indian customs regulations, international trade laws, EXIM policies, Drugs & Cosmetics Act, FSSAI and other relevant statutory bodies.
- Monitor changes in trade laws and implement internal changes to stay compliant.
- Manage risk through effective documentation, due diligence, and contract management.
- Operations Management:
- Oversee end-to-end import/export documentation, logistics coordination, HS classification, duty payments, and clearance processes.
- Manage relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, CHAs, and port authorities.
- Ensure timely and cost-efficient international shipments, with optimal inventory levels and minimal delays.
- Team & Vendor Management:
- Lead and mentor the export-import operations team.
- Logistics partners management to ensure cost-effective and reliable shipping solutions.
- Develop KPIs to monitor vendor performance, customs cycle times, and shipment accuracy.
- Financial Control:
- Monitor and manage budget for international logistics.
- Track and report import duties, shipping costs, and ensure proper documentation for tax and audit purposes.
- Optimize use of duty drawback schemes, EPCG licenses, Advance Authorization schemes, etc.
- Strategic Thinking & Execution
- Attention to Detail & Regulatory Knowledge
- Liaison, Negotiation & Relationship Management
- Good in written and verbal communication for trade related representations
- Operational Excellence
- Team Leadership & People Development
- Any Bachelor’s degree, EXIM Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field. MBA preferred.
- 15–18 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
- Should have led the EXIM function with a team of 5 to 6.
- In-depth knowledge of Indian customs regulations, INCOTERMS, export-import documentation, and compliance procedures including EDPMS/IDPMS.
- Strong experience in working with DGFT, Customs, ADC, SEZ, EOU, and related government authorities including trade bodies like CII, FIEO, EPCs etc.
- Experience in handling GDP, AEO, Compliance Tool, Benefit Management (RoDTEP, Duty Drawback, Deemed Export Drawback, TED).
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Should be in SME role in the current organization to advise stakeholders on various international topics like : budget impact, trade barriers, duty structure.
In the three decades of its existence, Piramal Group has pursued a twin strategy of both organic and inorganic growth.
Driven by its core values, Piramal Group steadfastly pursues inclusive growth, while adhering to ethical and values-driven practices.
Equal employment opportunity
Piramal Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetics, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
We base our employment decisions on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. We endeavor to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruitment, selection, training, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions, including reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities as well as individuals with needs related to their religious observance or practice.
About The Team
Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS) is a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our customers through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including drug discovery solutions, process & pharmaceutical development services, clinical trial supplies, commercial supply of APIs, and finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services such as the development and manufacture of highly potent APIs, antibody-drug conjugations, sterile fill/finish, peptide products & services, and potent solid oral drug products. PPS also offers development and manufacturing services for biologics including vaccines, gene therapies, and monoclonal antibodies, made possible through Piramal Pharma Limited’s investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited. Our track record as a trusted service provider with experience across varied technologies makes us a partner of choice for innovators and generic companies worldwide.
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