Senior Executive Ocean Operations LCL

ATA Freight; Mumbai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

ATA Freight in Mumbai seeks a Senior Executive Ocean Operations (LCL) to manage end-to-end LCL import/export activities. The role focuses on console shipments, consolidations, and close coordination with global agents, co-loaders, and lines to maximize space and minimize costs.

The candidate will handle shipping documentation, customs compliance, manifest filing, and proactive issue resolution to ensure on-time delivery and high service quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 5–6 years of experience in ocean freight operations with strong LCL console handling.
• Experience working with co-loaders and international freight networks.
• Strong understanding of import/export documentation and customs procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end LCL shipment operations for import and export.
• Plan and execute console shipments, including consolidation and deconsolidation.
• Coordinate with overseas agents, co-loaders, shipping lines, and internal teams.
• Handle space booking, schedule planning, and container utilization.
• Prepare, review, and validate shipping documentation (HBL, MBL, invoices, packing list, manifests).
• Ensure timely filing of manifests and compliance with customs requirements.
• Track shipments and monitor transit timelines for on-time delivery.
• Identify and resolve operational issues, delays, or discrepancies.
• Provide shipment updates and handle customer queries effectively.
• Maintain records and update shipment details in systems.

Skills

LCL operations

Consolidation planning

Shipping documentation

Incoterms

Coordination

MS Excel

CargoWise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics

Tools

CargoWise

ERP systems

Job description

Role Overview:

The Senior Executive Ocean Operations (LCL) is responsible for managing end-to-end LCL shipment activities across import and export operations. The role involves planning and executing console shipments, including consolidation and coordination with global agents, co-loaders, and shipping lines. It ensures timely cargo movement while optimizing space utilization and controlling operational costs. The position requires strong expertise in shipping documentation, customs compliance, and manifest filing. Close monitoring of shipment timelines and proactive issue resolution are key to maintaining service quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end LCL shipment operations for both import and export
• Plan and execute console shipments, including consolidation and deconsolidation
• Coordinate with overseas agents, co-loaders, shipping lines, and internal teams
• Handle space booking, schedule planning, and ensure optimal container utilization
• Prepare, review, and validate shipping documentation (HBL, MBL, invoices, packing list, manifests, etc.)
• Ensure timely filing of manifests and compliance with customs and regulatory requirements
• Track shipments and monitor transit timelines to ensure on-time delivery
• Proactively identify and resolve operational issues, delays, or discrepancies
• Provide regular shipment updates and handle customer queries effectively
• Maintain accurate records and update shipment details in internal systems
• Monitor key performance indicators (TAT, cost efficiency, service quality)
• Drive process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs
• Liaise with vendors and service providers to ensure smooth execution of shipments
• Support and guide junior team members on daily operations and process adherence.

Experience & Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field
• 5–6 years of experience in ocean freight operations with strong exposure to LCL console handling
• Experience working with co-loaders and international freight networks
• Strong understanding of import/export documentation and customs procedures.

Key Skills:

• Strong experience in LCL console operations & consolidation planning
• Good knowledge of ocean freight processes, INCOTERMS & trade lanes
• Expertise in shipping documentation (HBL, MBL, manifests, invoices)
• Coordination with agents, co-loaders & shipping lines
• Shipment planning, space booking & cost optimization
• Problem-solving and handling operational exceptions
• Customer handling & stakeholder communication
• Proficiency in MS Excel and systems like Cargo Wise
• Ability to manage multiple shipments under deadlines
• Team support and process adherence