LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Location: Mumbai Khopoli branch , India
Department: Logistics & Supply Chain
Reporting To: Deputy Logistics Manager / Logistics Manager
Job Purpose
We are looking for an experienced Logistics Coordinator to manage day-to-day logistics operations, including import and export shipments, customs clearance, sea freight, air freight, transportation and interstate (state border) movement of goods across India. The candidate should have practical knowledge of Indian customs procedures, logistics documentation, GST compliance and coordination with transporters, freight forwarders, shipping lines and customs clearing agents.
Key Responsibilities
A. Customs Clearance - Import & Export
- Coordinate import and export customs clearance activities.
- Liaise with Customs House Agents (CHA), customs brokers and government authorities.
- Handle and verify Bill of Entry, Shipping Bill, commercial invoices, packing lists and other customs documents.
- Coordinate duty payments, customs examination, assessment and shipment release.
- Ensure compliance with Indian customs regulations and import/export procedures.
- Follow up on customs delays and resolve clearance-related issues.
B. Sea Freight & Air Freight
- Coordinate international sea freight and air freight shipments.
- Obtain freight quotations and coordinate with shipping lines, airlines and freight forwarders.
- Arrange shipment bookings, cargo collection and delivery.
- Monitor ETD, ETA, vessel/flight schedules and shipment status.
- Coordinate import and export shipments from origin to final destination.
- Follow up on delivery orders, Bills of Lading, Air Waybills and proof of delivery.
C. Interstate Transportation & State Border Clearances
- Coordinate transportation of goods between different states in India.
- Ensure compliance with GST requirements and interstate movement documentation.
- Prepare and verify E-Way Bills, tax invoices, delivery challans and other applicable documents.
- Coordinate with transporters for state border/transit requirements and applicable state-specific permits.
- Monitor vehicle movement and resolve transportation or documentation issues at state borders.
- Ensure timely delivery to customers, warehouses and project locations.
D. Logistics Documentation
- Prepare and verify commercial invoices, packing lists, delivery challans and transport documents.
- Maintain import/export shipment files and records.
- Coordinate Certificate of Origin, insurance documents and other applicable certificates.
- Maintain accurate shipment trackers and logistics reports.
- Ensure proper documentation and record keeping for audit and compliance purposes.
E. Vendor & Transporter Coordination
- Coordinate with transporters, freight forwarders, shipping lines, airlines and clearing agents.
- Obtain and compare freight quotations.
- Monitor vendor performance and delivery commitments.
- Follow up on pending shipments, delays and outstanding documents.
Qualifications & Experience
- Graduate in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce or a related field.
- 3-6 years of experience in logistics operations.
- Strong practical experience in Indian customs clearance.
- Hands-on experience in both sea freight and air freight operations.
- Experience in interstate transportation and state border documentation.
- Good knowledge of GST, E-Way Bills and import/export documentation.
- Good knowledge of MS Excel and logistics tracking systems.
Required Skills
- Strong coordination and communication skills.
- Good documentation and follow-up capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
- Problem-solving and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet shipment deadlines.
Preferred Experience
- Experience handling industrial, engineering, chemical or project cargo.
- Knowledge of dangerous goods (DG) transportation and documentation.
- Experience working with international freight forwarders and customs brokers.