Job Responsibilities:
- Plan and supervise international shipments from origin collection to final destination delivery.
- Manage daily and weekly freight execution priorities across all modes (air, sea, land).
- Monitor shipment milestones and track orders using operational tracking systems and internal tools.
- Coordinate with Compliance, Clearance, Insurance, Warehouse, and Procurement teams to ensure smooth cargo flow.
- Manage freight flows for perishables, temperature-controlled cargo, dangerous goods, cosmetics, pharmaceutical products, and trading commodities.
- Ensure correct handling of regulated cargo in compliance with IATA DGR, IMDG Code, and applicable transport regulations.
- Monitor and report freight costs and support cost benchmarking initiatives.
- Ensure shipping documents are accurate, complete, and properly filed.
- Research and implement cost-effective routing and consolidation strategies.
- Conduct operational audits to ensure shipment compliance and risk mitigation.
- Organize training sessions related to freight procedures, regulated cargo handling, and documentation control.
- Maintain organized records of shipments, routes, service providers, and completed transactions.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, trade regulations, and shipping legislation.
- Stay up to date with international freight regulations and safety standards.
Skills:
- MS Office (Advanced Excel required)
- Freight forwarding systems and shipment tracking tools
- Strong knowledge of global freight forwarding regulations
- IATA DGR and IMDG Code understanding
- Cold chain logistics knowledge
- Customs documentation and import/export compliance
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Vendor and service provider management
- Negotiation skills
- Stress and time management
- Developing and motivating employees
- Delegation and supervision skills
Job Requirements:
- Recognized degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum 8 12 years of experience in international freight forwarding operations.
- Proven experience handling:
Multimodal freight (air, sea, land)
Dangerous goods shipments
Food & beverage perishables
Temperature-controlled cargo
Cosmetics and pharmaceutical products
Trading and commercial import flows
Professional certifications preferred (FIATA, CILT, IATA DG, CSCP, PMP).
