Assistant Ocean Freight Manager

Agensi Pekerjaan Pride Professional Sdn Bhd; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PridePRO is assisting in filling the role of Assistant Ocean Freight Manager for a global logistics leader based in Malaysia. The role oversees seafreight operations, manages relations with shipping lines and agents, and ensures regulatory compliance for cross-border shipments.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in seafreight or freight forwarding, strong cost and rate management skills, and excellent stakeholder communication to drive efficiency and profitability across international

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of seafreight operations experience.
• Strong knowledge of international shipping regulations and customs compliance.
• Experience in rate negotiations, cost management and profitability analysis.
• Problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage seafreight import/export operations, ensuring timely cargo movement.
• Liaise with shipping lines, overseas agents and forwarding partners to negotiate rates and bookings.
• Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations, customs requirements and policies.
• Lead and train a team of seafreight coordinators to achieve high performance.
• Oversee seafreight costing, invoicing and profitability analysis.
• Monitor shipment status, resolve delays, and update clients and internal teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all seafreight transactions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with sales, customer service and other departments to meet client goals.

Skills

Seafreight operations

Rate negotiations

Profitability analysis

Team leadership

International shipping regs

Job description

About the job Assistant Ocean Freight Manager

PridePRO is a Regional Executive Recruitment Company headquartered in Malaysia, specializing in talent acquisition across Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Indonesia, and Singapore.

Join A Global Leader in Logistics & Freight Forwarding! (Based in Bukit Tinggi Klang HQ)

Our client, a global logistics leader, started with a single truck in 1980s and has grown to 300+ locations and 10,800+ professionals across 30 countries. They provide end-to-end logistics solutions, including air and ocean freight, warehousing, and last-mile delivery.

Why Join Our Client?

• Work with a globally recognized logistics leader with a strong industry presence.
• Gain international exposure and collaborate with top professionals in the field.
• Enjoy a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a dynamic work environment that supports growth and innovation.

Job Overview:
The Seafreight Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating seafreight operations for an international freight forwarding company. This role involves managing relationships with shipping lines, agents, and forwarding agents, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, leading a team, and overseeing costing and profitability of seafreight shipments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage seafreight import/export operations, ensuring timely and smooth cargo movement.
• Liaise with shipping lines, overseas agents, and forwarding partners to negotiate rates, secure bookings, and resolve operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations, customs requirements, and company policies.
• Lead, train, and supervise a team of seafreight coordinators to foster a high-performance work environment.
• Oversee seafreight costing, including rate quotations, invoicing, and profitability analysis.
• Monitor shipment status, troubleshoot delays or discrepancies, and provide updates to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records for all seafreight transactions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with sales, customer service, and other departments to meet client expectations and operational goals.

What Were Looking For:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in seafreight operations, logistics, or freight forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of international shipping regulations and customs compliance.
• Experience in rate negotiations, cost management, and profitability analysis.
• Problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.