Import Assistant Manager (Freight Forwarding)

Geodis; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Malaysia is seeking an Import Assistant Manager to oversee sea freight operations. The role requires at least 5-7 years of experience in freight forwarding and a strong understanding of customs procedures. You will monitor import team performance, ensure timely billing, and maintain customer relationships. In this full-time position, you will be a key player in the import operations team, contributing to the overall success of the organization while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for career advancement

Ongoing training and development

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 – 7 years of working experience in Freight Forwarding.
• Experienced in handling sea freight import operations.
• Familiar with INCOTERMS.

Responsibilities

• Reports to Operation Manager.
• Handles sea freight operation for key accounts.
• Monitors job files for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Freight Forwarding

Sea Freight Operations

Customs Procedure Knowledge

Documentation Requirements

Fluent English

Planning and Execution

Team Player

Initiative

Job description

Import Assistant Manager (Freight Forwarding)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Import Assistant Manager with freight forwarding background to join our dynamic team at Geodis Malaysia Sdn Bhd. This full-time position is based in Subang Jaya, Selangor and will play a crucial role in handling the import operation.

What you will be doing

• Reports to Operation Manager.
• Sea freight Operation handling for specific key account customer (until close of job).
• To perform accurate & timely billing thru auto-rating (Import).
• Delegating task and monitoring the Import team performance.
• Monitor job files are turn to CMP (within 3 days from Import date) with accurate GP.
• Monitoring of Interco billing acceptance (Import).
• Monitoring IRIS clean up (Import) and complying to daily K4 Manifest submission meeting Customs deadline.
• Render support Pricing Team for import DAP/DDP, if required only.
• Establish and maintain a good working relationship with external and internal customers and suppliers.
• Assist suppliers and customer queries account payable and receivable, if required.
• Generate customer reports if needed.
• Contribute to other development of the department/ inter-department as and when required.
• Attend to customers’ operational queries, support customer meetings and site survey if needed.
• Any other task assigned by reporting manager from time to time.

What we are looking for

• Minimum 5 – 7 years of working experience in Freight Forwarding
• Experienced in handling sea freight import operations with adequate knowledge in customs procedure
• Well verse on sea freight import operation and documentation requirement
• Familiar with INCOTERMS
• Fluent in English both written and oral
• Able to adapt well to company policies and environmental changes
• Reliable and responsible
• Efficient and effective in planning and execution of task
• Good team player
• Flexible and takes initiatives to tackle arising problem
• Sensitive to the cost aspect of the jobs handle

What we offer

At Geodis Malaysia Sdn Bhd, we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, we offer opportunities for career advancement, ongoing training and development, and a collaborative team culture.

About us

GEODIS is a leading worldwide provider of customized transportation, warehousing, global logistics, and supply chain solutions. We unlock value in a complex and evolving world. An international full-service logistics company with French roots, our head office is located in Levallois, France.

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity and contribute to the growth of our organization, we encourage you to apply now.

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