Import & Logistics Manager

Please apply by October 27th, 2025

Location: Herzliya, Israel

Role: Permanent

Import & Logistics Manager

The Import & Logistics Manager handles the full cycle of import operations and logistics activities within the local market. This includes ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, coordinating with GSC, and overseeing the efficient movement and storage of goods. The role requires strong operational, analytical, and interpersonal skills, as well as a deep understanding of supply chain, import, and logistics processes.

Position:

As Import and Logistics Manager, you will:

Oversee end-to-end import processes, including procurement, international shipping, and customs clearance.
Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and regulatory bodies.
Validate import documents and ensure adherence to trade regulations.
Lead demand forecasting and inventory planning aligned with JTI’s strategy.
Maintain an 18-month rolling forecast and synchronise with sourcing factories.
Monitor product shelf life to meet JTI quality standards.
Manage volume inputs across OL, LE, and A&SP cycles in collaboration with Finance.
Ensure timely shipments and deliveries.
Track production and shipment schedules for market readiness.
Supervise POSM warehouse operations, inventory checks, and destruction processes.
Serve as the main contact for product-related issues across internal teams and external partners.
Track product portfolio changes and report on NTM capacity and bottlenecks.
Analyse product quality and logistics issues using JTI tools.
Facilitate sourcing changes, new product introductions, and NTM coordination.
Develop sourcing scenarios and contribute to RTM strategy.
Define and implement RTM metrics and benchmarks.

Within 6 months, you will:

Build the Department for Import and Logistics
Learn JTI culture and ways of working

Requirements:

University degree or equivalent
Fluency in English, written and spoken
Advanced user of SAP & MS Office standard applications
3 years minimum experience in the area of Logistics and Import
Leadership profile with strategic thinking
Influential, strong interpersonal and communication skills
Good planning and ability to prioritise tasks
Hands-on, result-driven and analytical skills profile

What to expect:

Growth opportunities worldwide, continuous training, continuous development, opportunity to work with different cultures, good compensation package, social security package. For more details on local policies, speak with the Talent Advisor.