Trade Officer

People Perfect is looking for a detail-oriented and reliable Trade & Banking Officer (Imports & Exports) to manage end-to-end trade operations for a leading packaging company. The ideal candidate will handle LC/BC processing, import-export documentation, and coordination with banks, suppliers, and freight forwarders, ensuring full compliance with SBP and EFS regulations. This role requires strong attention to detail, regulatory knowledge, and effective coordination across finance and procurement functions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Process Letters of Credit (LC), Bills for Collection (BC), DA, DP, and import contracts.
• Manage import/export documentation and maintain accurate filing systems.
• Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, clearing agents, and banks to ensure smooth trade transactions.
• Follow up on FI, shipping documents, SWIFT messages, and bank approvals.
• Ensure compliance with EFS/SBP regulations across all trade activities.
• Maintain trade records and prepare regular reporting for management.
• Support the finance department in trade-related operations.
• Coordinate with internal departments, including Finance and Procurement.
• Undertake other tasks as assigned by the Finance Controller.

Qualifications & Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree (B.Com/BBA/BS Finance/Supply Chain/Business Administration or equivalent).
• 1–3 years of experience in Import/Export documentation, Trade Finance, or Commercial Banking.
• Knowledge of LC, BC, Customs procedures, SBP Regulations, and EFS preferred.
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and time management skills.

Benefits: Annual performance increment, performance bonus, medical and other benefits as per company policy.

Location: Model Town, Lahore