Rajesh Kumar Jha
New Delhi
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Import–Export & Supply Chain Specialist with over 10 years of experience in customs clearance, freight forwarding, international logistics, and documentation management. Proven expertise in handling end-to-end import processes, including CHA coordination, DGFT/EXIM compliance, and vendor management. Skilled at managing pre- and post-shipment documentation, port operations, and duty payments while ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines. Adept at collaborating with customs authorities, shipping lines, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders to drive seamless operations. Recognized for optimizing logistics performance, reducing costs, and supporting large-scale projects involving electronic components and industrial imports. Strong communicator with proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems (SAP/Tally), and a track record of delivering efficiency and compliance under pressure.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Import Executive Purchase
Fujiyama Power Systems Ltd
New Delhi
02.2024 - Current
- Import Management
- Duty Assessment, Import and Export, Liaising with CHA, and Freight Forwarders, MOOWR, IGCR, RODTEP, EPCG, HTS Classification, Pre and Post Shipment Documentation, Customs Regulations and all process.
- Experience of importing Solar Cells, Solar Frames, Solar Lamination Glass, Solar Inverters, Lithium-Ion Cells, BMS, Solar Cell Manufacturing Machines, and other electronic components used for manufacturing of Solar On Grid, Off Grid Inverters and Battery Packs.
- Problem Solving and multitasking with proven ability to work in different department
- Managed import documentation and compliance for global shipments.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Oversaw customs clearance processes and addressed regulatory issues.
- Communicated shipment statuses to internal teams and stakeholders.
- Analyzed shipping costs and identified opportunities for cost reduction.
- Established strong relationships with freight forwarders and logistics providers.
- Developed import procedures to streamline operational efficiencies.
- Trained junior staff on import protocols and best practices.
- Maintained accurate records related to imports, including invoices and purchase orders.
- Assisted in the preparation of import documents, such as packing lists and bills of lading.
- Tracked progress of shipments in transit via web-based systems.
- Verified that all required permits were obtained prior to shipping merchandise abroad.
- Coordinated with suppliers to arrange for shipping, delivery and storage of imported items.
- Provided updates on shipment status to management personnel.
- Collaborated with customs brokers to ensure timely clearance of imported goods.
- Negotiated annual freight and consolidation contracts with steamship lines and freight forwarders to obtain best pricing.
- Coordinated with customs brokers to confirm freight had accurate duties applied and bills of lading were properly shipped.
- Prepared and processed import and export documentation according to customs regulations, laws and procedures.
- Prepared, checked, and filed documentation with department.
- Requested and compiled necessary customs invoices, certificates of origin, and cargo-control documents.
- Calculated duty and tariff payments owed on each shipment based on standard tables and legal requirements.
Asst. Manager Customs Clearance
Aargus Global Logistics Private Limited
New Delhi
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Team management
- Duty Assessment, Import and Export, Liaising with Customs Officials, HTS Classification, Team Management, Warehouse Management, Pre and Post Shipment Documentation, Customs Regulations and all process.
- Problem Solving and multitasking with proven ability to work in different department
- Performing Various Customs Operations including Customs clearance of import and export courier shipments.
Senior Officer Border Clearance
UPS Express Pvt. Ltd
New Delhi
07.2019 - 11.2022
- Performing Various Customs Operations.
- Duty Assessment, Import and Export, Liaising with Customs Officials, HTS Classification, Team Management, Warehouse Management, Pre and Post Shipment Documentation, Customs Regulations and all process.
- Problem Solving and multitasking with proven ability to work in different department
- Performing Various Customs Operations including Customs clearance of import and export courier shipments.
Customs Broker - Import Operation
Aramex India Pvt Ltd.
New Delhi
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Performing Various Customs Operations.
- Assessment, Bonding work and all process.
- Problem Solving and multitasking with proven ability to work in different department
- Customs clearance of import and export of courier shipments.
Classification Agent - Import Operation
DHL Express India Pvt. Ltd.
New Delhi
08.2015 - 02.2018
- Performing Various Customs Operations, HTS Classification, Duty assessment, Bill of Entry Filing, Etc.
- Assessment, Bonding work and all process.
- Problem Solving and multitasking with proven ability to work in different department.
- Classification of imported goods and filing CBE's.
Executive - Import Operation
Harish Chander Khanna & Co. (CHA)
Dwarka
12.2006 - 08.2015
- Performing Various Customs & Cargo Operations.
- Prepare the import documents as required by customs.
- Dealing with officer's related queries of paper whether Group & Group 7.
- Dealing with office & cargo staff for clearance activity & planning.
- Customs Activities: Duty Payment, Queries solve in Group, LIC. Registration & Assessment, Bonding work and all process.
- Problem Solving and multitasking with proven ability to work in different department.
- Good Interpersonal (Oral & Written) Presentation Skills.
Education
Regulation 19 Examination -
01.2013
Collage Dropout - Arts
Delhi University
New Delhi06-2008
Intermediate - Arts Group
01.2006
High School -
01.2003
Skills
- Import management
- HTS classification
- Customs documentation
- Freight negotiation
- Duty assessment
- Supply chain coordination
- Regulatory compliance
- Shipping cost analysis
- Team management
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Problem solving
- Logistics management
- Customs brokerage
- Import procedures
- Customs compliance
- Incoterms awareness
- International trade regulations
- Freight forwarding
- HS classification
- Vendor relations
- Shipment planning
- Shipping documentation
- Cost analysis
- Import department management
- Delivery coordination
- Shipment optimization
- Tracking shipments
- Customs regulations compliance
- International trade
- Import regulations
- Shipping quotes
- Tariff coding system
- Invoice verification
- International shipments
- Documentation review
- Tariff payment
- Import declaration management
- Customs Value Determination
- Imports recordkeeping
- Goods tracing
- Import/Export Documentation
- Foreign Currency Understanding
- Insurance coordination
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Maithili
Hobbies and Interests
Bike Riding
Flair
- Hard Working
- Honesty
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Mr. Arun Jha
- Date of Birth: 04/07/88
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Import Executive Purchase
Fujiyama Power Systems Ltd
02.2024 - Current
Asst. Manager Customs Clearance
Aargus Global Logistics Private Limited
12.2022 - 01.2024
Senior Officer Border Clearance
UPS Express Pvt. Ltd
07.2019 - 11.2022
Customs Broker - Import Operation
Aramex India Pvt Ltd.
02.2018 - 06.2019
Classification Agent - Import Operation
DHL Express India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2015 - 02.2018
Executive - Import Operation
Harish Chander Khanna & Co. (CHA)
12.2006 - 08.2015
Regulation 19 Examination -
Collage Dropout - Arts
Delhi University