Senior Operations Executive Shipping And Logistics

Advenxa Recruitment; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Advenxa Recruitment in Kochi is seeking a Senior Operations Executive specializing in Shipping & Logistics to oversee daily freight forwarding and cargo movements. You will coordinate bookings, documentation, customs clearance, and vendor liaison, ensuring timely delivery while controlling costs and maintaining strong customer relations.

The role requires 5–8 years in freight forwarding or 3PL logistics, expertise in import/export procedures, and proficiency with Excel and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Shipping, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of experience in operations, shipping or logistics.
• Good knowledge of import/export procedures, FCL/LCL shipments, and shipping documentation.
• Experience coordinating with shipping lines, NVOCCs, customs brokers, transporters, and overseas agents.
• Strong vendor coordination, negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and logistics/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily import and export freight forwarding operations, including FCL and LCL shipments.
• Coordinate bookings, documentation, customs clearance, transportation, and cargo movements with shipping lines, vendors, and overseas agents.
• Track shipments from booking to delivery, provide timely customer updates, and resolve operational issues.
• Coordinate with Sales on business handovers and quotations while controlling operational costs and avoiding unnecessary charges.
• Verify vendor invoices, maintain shipment records, ensure compliance with shipping procedures, and coordinate with Accounts for billing and payments.
• Maintain customer and vendor relationships, prepare operational reports, and provide regular updates to management.

Skills

Vendor coordination

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

MS Excel

ERP systems

Logistics knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Shipping / Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Operations Executive - Shipping & Logistics

Location: Kochi, Ernakulam

Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Shipping, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field

Experience: 5-8 Years of Experience in operations,shipping or Logistics.

Salary: As per industry standards.

Experience in ship handling or marine logistics will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily import and export freight forwarding operations, including FCL and LCL shipments.
• Coordinate bookings, documentation, customs clearance, transportation, and cargo movements with shipping lines, vendors, and overseas agents.
• Track shipments from booking to delivery, provide timely customer updates, and resolve operational issues.
• Coordinate with Sales on business handovers and quotations while controlling operational costs and avoiding unnecessary charges.
• Verify vendor invoices, maintain shipment records, ensure compliance with shipping procedures, and coordinate with Accounts for billing and payments.
• Maintain customer and vendor relationships, prepare operational reports, and provide regular updates to management.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in freight forwarding, shipping, or 3PL logistics operations.
• Good knowledge of import/export procedures, FCL/LCL shipments, and shipping documentation.
• Experience coordinating with shipping lines, NVOCCs, customs brokers, transporters, and overseas agents.
• Strong vendor coordination, negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and logistics/ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments, meet tight deadlines, and respond to urgent operational requirements outside normal working hours when necessary.