Pharma Import Specialist

Supply Chain & Imports Specialist – Pharma Excipients & APIsLocation: Cairo, EgyptAbout TRAGTRAG is a long-established pharmaceutical raw-material distribution company with decades of experience in excipients and APIs and a strong reputation in the Egyptian market since 1993.Role SummaryWe are looking for a Supply Chain & Imports Specialist to manage the day-to-day import cycle for our excipients and APIs: documents, shipments, pricing follow-up, and supplier coordination.

Key ResponsibilitiesReview and validate all shipping documents (CI, PL, BL/AWB, COA, COO, packing list, etc.) with high accuracy before submission.Handle COA-related details: understand typical COA terms and specifications, and coordinate required adjustments to analysis techniques and formats requested by clients in Egypt.Manage the import cycle from PI to warehouse delivery, following up on bookings, ETD/ETA, clearance and delivery.Communicate with foreign suppliers regarding PIs, shipments, payment terms, and basic price negotiations.Maintain a structured pricing and supplier history for excipients and APIs.Calculate commissions and track supplier commission agreements and payments using internal templates and tools.Coordinate with sales, finance, and warehouse on stock levels, incoming shipments, and priorities.Provide regular reports on open POs, shipment status, landed costs, and basic margin evolution.

2–4 years experience in pharma raw materials / excipients / APIs distribution or trading in Egypt (or strong experience in similar import/distribution roles).Solid knowledge of shipping documents, Incoterms, payment terms (LC, TT, CAD, etc.) and basic customs procedures.Experience communicating and following up with foreign suppliers.Familiarity with COAs for excipients/APIs (key parameters, limits, and typical requirements of Egyptian manufacturers) is a strong plus.Good working knowledge of pharma excipients and APIs (commercial names, main uses preferred).Very good command of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).Familiar with ERP systems like OdooFluent English (written and spoken).Detail-oriented, organized, and able to take responsibility for assigned files with minimal supervision.