Department: Supply Chain

Location: Corporate Office, Gulshan, Dhaka

Organization: Octagon Fibres & Chemicals Ltd. (AQUA Paints)

Job Purpose

To support the organization`s procurement, commercial, import, inventory planning and supply chain activities through efficient sourcing, import management, customs and valuation support, supplier development, inventory control and cross-functional coordination. The position will play a key role in ensuring uninterrupted availability of raw materials and packaging materials while supporting cost optimization, regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Manage procurement of local and imported raw materials, packaging materials, chemicals, pigments, additives and other operational requirements to ensure uninterrupted production.
Handle import operations including supplier coordination, LC processing, shipment follow-up, customs clearance coordination and documentation management.
Coordinate with suppliers, banks, freight forwarders, shipping lines, C&F agents and internal departments for smooth supply chain operations.
Analyze production forecasts, material consumption trends, lead times and safety stock requirements to ensure timely procurement and prevent stock-outs.
Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimum stock availability while minimizing excess inventory, slow-moving stock and working capital blockage.
Support customs valuation reviews, assessable value analysis, duty structure reviews, HS code verification, hearing preparation and regulatory correspondence with Customs and other authorities.
Prepare and maintain landed cost calculations, duty impact analyses and procurement cost comparisons to support management decision-making.
Identify and develop alternate local and international suppliers to reduce supply risk, improve competitiveness and strengthen business continuity.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms and commercial conditions with suppliers while pursuing cost-saving opportunities.
Monitor local and international market trends relating to key raw materials, freight, duties and supply risks and provide regular updates to management.
Prepare analytical reports covering procurement status, inventory position, supplier performance, shipment status, landed costs, assessable values and supply chain improvement initiatives.
Maintain procurement, inventory and shipment records in ERP systems and ensure data accuracy.
Ensure compliance with company policies, import regulations, customs requirements, VAT provisions and other statutory obligations.
Attend weekly factory coordination meetings and work closely with Production, Store, Quality, Finance.