Foreign Trade Assistant

Description

Position Summary: We are seeking a proactive Procurement Assistant to manage and optimize the international procurement process, including supplier selection and negotiation of commercial terms. Key Responsibilities: 1. Manage and optimize international procurement 2. Evaluate and select domestic and international suppliers 3. Coordinate import procedures and cargo tracking At **GEOMEDIC**, a company specializing in the importation of high-quality medical equipment and supplies, we are looking for top talent to fill the position of **Procurement Assistant**, based on-site at our Puente Piedra headquarters. If you are passionate about logistics and customer service, this is your opportunity. **JOIN THE GEOMEDIC FAMILY!** **PROCUREMENT ASSISTANT \- LOS OLIVOS** **Objective**: To manage and optimize the international procurement process, ensuring timely product supply through efficient supplier selection, negotiation of competitive commercial terms, and compliance with logistical, customs, and regulatory requirements—guaranteeing quality, appropriate costs, and agreed delivery timelines. **What will you do in this role?** * Identify, evaluate, and select potential suppliers nationally and internationally, ensuring quality, competitiveness, and reliability. * Negotiate prices, commercial terms, delivery timelines, and warranties to optimize costs and lead times for the company. * Maintain smooth and professional relationships with suppliers, managing continuous updates of the database (contacts, terms, legal and commercial documents). * Evaluate supplier performance using compliance indicators (timelines, quality, responsiveness, and after-sales service). * Manage and issue purchase orders according to internal procurement policies. * Coordinate shipment of documents and goods with international suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs agents. * Prepare and verify all documentation required for imports: commercial invoices, packing lists, BL (Bill of Lading), certificates of origin, insurance policies, contracts, among others. * Track and monitor international orders, ensuring adherence to production, dispatch, and delivery schedules. * Collect documentation submitted by foreign suppliers required for sanitary registration and forward it to the Technical Director. * Ensure all documentation complies with Peruvian regulatory authorities’ standards and requirements (DIGEMID, SUNAT, etc.). * Support nationalization and sanitary registration procedures when required. * Coordinate with customs agents to ensure timely submission of documents for customs clearance. * Supervise cargo tracking from departure in the country of origin until receipt at the central warehouse. * Verify quantities, quality, and condition of received products, ensuring compliance with agreed technical and commercial specifications. * Manage receiving incidents and coordinate resolutions with suppliers and carriers. * Maintain updated records of purchases, costs, delivery timelines, and status of each transaction. * Update ERP and other systems with procurement data. * Prepare periodic reports on progress, incidents, and outcomes of international procurement activities. * Support future supply planning in coordination with other departments (warehouse, sales, logistics, and regulatory affairs). * Perform other related or complementary duties assigned by the immediate supervisor. **What are we looking for in you?** * Technical or university degree in Foreign Trade, International Business, Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related fields. * Minimum 1–3 years of experience in international procurement, import operations, or international logistics. * Experience with warehouse management systems (ERP or basic Excel). * Proficiency in Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint. **We offer:** * **Formal employment contract (planilla)** starting from day one. * MYPE tax regime. * Salary: S/ 1500\. (paid at month-end) * A stable and collaborative work environment. **Fixed working hours:** Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. **If you are proactive and detail-oriented, this position is for you!** **Apply now and become part of GEOMEDIC.** Employment type: Full-time Salary: S/.1,300\.00 \- S/.1,500\.00 per month Application question(s): * In which district do you currently reside? * How many years of experience do you have in this position? * What is your highest educational level? (Please specify field of study and institution) * What are your salary expectations? Work location: On-site employment