Assistant Manager, Shipping (Penang)

Averis; George Town; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company is seeking a Shipping Documentation Specialist in Georgetown, Penang. The role involves managing export shipping documentation, coordinating with global forwarders, and developing team members. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills, with a diploma or degree in a related field.

Benefits

Cross-functional training and job rotation opportunities

Recreational and employee engagement activities

Allowances for Optical/Dental/Project/Star

Insurance coverage for dependents

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Leadership or team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Handle full set of export shipping documentation for bank negotiations.
• Manage daily shipping transactions for trading companies.
• Lead and develop team members, supporting their professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Hello, we are Averis!

Established in 2006, Averis is recognized as a multinational Global Business Services and Solutions provider specializing in Finance & Accounting, Human Resources, IT Project & Operations, Shipping Documentation, Change Management, Recruitment Process Outsourcing, Corporate Function Services, and Digital.

We’re headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with recent expansions to Penang, Dubai, Brazil, and Indonesia. We support clients across industries including manufacturing, RSPO certified palm, and renewable energy sectors.

Job Highlights

• Cross-functional training and job rotation opportunities
• Recreational and employee engagement activities
• Allowances for Optical/Dental/Project/Star, and insurance coverage for dependents

Responsibilities

• Handle full set of export shipping documentation, including invoices, packing lists, Bills of Lading, Certificates of Origin, etc., for bank negotiations
• Coordinate with forwarders and carriers globally for shipment and delivery updates
• Manage daily shipping transactions for trading companies
• Ensure compliance with Letter of Credit (L/C) requirements
• Support ad hoc duties as assigned by the Shipping Team Lead/Manager
• Lead and develop team members, supporting their professional growth
• Develop strategies to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience is preferred but not mandatory
• Leadership or team management experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willing to be based in Georgetown, Penang