Department:
Supply Chain/Logistics
Job Location:
Kasrawy for the Automobile Industry KAI Industrial Zone, October, Giza
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Key Responsibilities:
Foreign Procurement & Supplier Management
- Develop and execute annual foreign procurement plans aligned with production schedules and sourcing strategies.
- Manage international purchase orders with OEMs and foreign suppliers.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, annual contracts, and framework agreements.
- Build and maintain long-term supplier relationships.
- Monitor supplier production schedules and shipment readiness.
- Coordinate supplier qualification and alternative sourcing approvals with Quality Engineering.
- Maintain supplier databases covering pricing, contracts, delivery performance, and quality records.
Letter of Credit & Trade Finance Management
- Manage the full LC cycle from application to settlement for imported kits and components.
- Coordinate with Finance and banks to ensure timely and accurate LC issuance.
- Review shipping and trade documents for compliance.
- Resolve LC discrepancies with suppliers and financial institutions.
- Monitor LC utilization and trade finance limits.
- Handle CAD and open account payment arrangements where applicable.
Import Freight & Logistics Management
- Manage inbound sea freight, air freight, and multimodal transportation.
- Negotiate contracts with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and logistics providers.
- Coordinate shipment bookings, documentation, and loading activities.
- Track shipments and provide ETA updates to internal stakeholders.
- Optimize freight modes and transportation costs.
- Manage Incoterms selection to reduce total landed cost and operational risk.
Customs Clearance & Regulatory Compliance
- Oversee customs clearance activities for imported automotive kits and components.
- Ensure compliance with Egyptian customs laws, NAFEZA requirements, HS code classification, and import regulations.
- Supervise customs brokers and declaration accuracy.
- Coordinate customs duty payments and temporary admission procedures.
- Minimize demurrage and detention costs at Egyptian ports.
- Monitor changes in customs laws and investment incentives.
Warehouse Receiving & Kit Verification
- Supervise receiving operations for imported shipments.
- Verify kit completeness against BoM, packing lists, and quality standards.
- Manage discrepancy reporting for shortages, damages, and documentation issues.
- Coordinate supplier claims, replacements, and insurance cases.
- Ensure ERP confirmation before production release.
- Manage bonded warehouse activities when required.
Cost Control & Budget Management
- Manage procurement and logistics budgets.
- Track total landed cost per vehicle model.
- Analyze budget variances and recommend corrective actions.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives through sourcing, freight consolidation, and customs optimization.
- Support annual budgeting with freight, FX, and duty forecasts.
Systems, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain accurate ERP records for procurement, logistics, and customs activities.
- Operate NAFEZA and customs pre-clearance systems.
- Prepare operational and management reports including shipment tracking, LC status, supplier scorecards, and KPI dashboards.
- Lead digitalization and automation initiatives across procurement and logistics operations.
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Coordinate with Production Planning to align import schedules with manufacturing requirements.
- Collaborate with Finance on LC planning, FX management, and duty payments.
- Work with Quality Engineering on technical approvals and supplier qualifications.
- Support after-sales spare parts procurement activities.
- Represent the organization in meetings with OEM partners and external stakeholders.
Job Qualifications:
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or International Trade.
- MBA or Master's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or International Business is preferred.
- Formal training in Incoterms, international trade law, and Egyptian customs regulations is essential.
Experience
- 10–15 years of experience in international procurement and import logistics.
- Minimum 5 years in a managerial leadership role.
- Strong experience in CKD/SKD automotive imports or similar industrial sectors.
- Deep knowledge of Egyptian customs regulations, NAFEZA operations, and port procedures.
- Proven experience managing Letters of Credit and international trade finance activities.
- Background in supplier negotiations, freight management, and customs cost optimization.
- Experience using ERP procurement and logistics systems such as SAP or Oracle.
Benefits:
• Attractive salary.
• Monthly Incentive.
• Profit share.
• Reward in occasions.
• Medical and Life insurance.
• Transportation.
• Mobile allowance.
• Training Programs.
• Career path.
Kasrawy Group: Driving Excellence Since the 1970s Automotive Leadership As a main dealer for global automotive brands such as NISSAN, AVATR, AITO, Citroën, JETOUR, JAC, GOLDEN DRAGON, and IVECO in Egypt and JETOUR, and SOUEAST in Libya, Kasrawy Group operates an extensive network of over 20 service centres and showrooms across Cairo. Our commitment quality and customer satisfaction set us apart in the industry.
Pioneering Local Production, we proudly lead in local vehicle assembly, achieving over 45% Egyptian Production for GOLDEN DRAGON, JETOUR and JAC vehicles. With an annual production capacity of up to 10,000 vehicles, we are expanding our reach by exporting locally assembled cars beyond Egypt, contributing to the national economy and showcasing Egyptian manufacturing capabilities.
Expanding Horizons in Real Estate Kasrawy Group's influence extends beyond the automotive industry. We own and manage prominent commercial properties in Cairo, including RIVULET Twin Towers Mall El Sheikh Zayed, enhancing urban lifestyles with modern retail and business spaces.
Why Join Kasrawy Group
- Be part of a dynamic, growth-driven company with a rich history of success.
- Work with leading global brands and innovative local projects.
- Contribute to transformative projects in both the automotive and real estate sectors.
- Grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
