Import/ Export Managr / Shipping Operations Managr

Import / Export Manager / Shipping Operations ManagerRole Description
Manage and oversee daily import and export operations, ensuring smooth, efficient, and timely movement of goods.
Coordinate international shipments, including sea freight, air freight, and land transportation.
Manage shipping schedules, shipment bookings, cargo tracking, and delivery arrangements.
Prepare, review, and verify shipping documents, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and customs declarations.
Ensure all import and export activities comply with relevant customs regulations, international trade laws, and company policies.
Coordinate with suppliers, customers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs brokers, and logistics service providers.
Monitor shipment progress, resolve operational issues, and minimize delays, additional costs, and potential risks.
Manage customs clearance procedures, import permits, export licenses, and other relevant trade documentation.
Negotiate freight rates, shipping terms, and service agreements to optimize logistics costs and operational efficiency.
Monitor shipping expenses, prepare operational reports, and maintain accurate shipment records.
Identify opportunities to improve logistics processes, supply chain efficiency, and overall shipping performance.
Lead and coordinate shipping and logistics personnel to ensure effective daily operations and service quality.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or diploma in International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of import and export procedures, international shipping operations, and global trade practices.
Familiarity with customs regulations, tariff classifications, Incoterms, and international trade compliance requirements.
Knowledge of shipping documentation, customs clearance, freight forwarding, and cargo handling procedures.
Understanding of sea freight, air freight, land transportation, and international logistics processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and logistics or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Strong negotiation, coordination, planning, and organizational skills.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple shipments, prioritize tasks, and work effectively under tight deadlines.
Strong leadership, decision-making, and team management capabilities.
Responsible, proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to operational accuracy and efficiency.

Skills
Negotiation, Supply Chain Management, ERP, Documentation

Work arrangement
Yes