Import Export Specialist

Kerry Group; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry Group in Malaysia seeks an Import Export Specialist on a 1-year fixed-term contract hybrid role. You will lead end-to-end export operations, ensuring compliant and timely delivery to global customers while driving process improvements.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–3 years in import/export logistics, with SAP and Microsoft Office proficiency. You’ll collaborate across cross-functional teams to maintain documentation, permits, and customs declarations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, international trade, business, or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in import/export operations or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of import/export processes, trade compliance, and customs regulations.
• Proficient in SAP, Microsoft Office, and digital tools; AI-enabled solutions are a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with focus on digitalization and automation.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end export operations for timely delivery to global customers.
• Prepare and maintain export documentation and customs declarations.
• Coordinate with Customer Care, Regulatory Affairs, Commercial, Finance, freight forwarders, and agencies.
• Ensure compliance with export regulations and shipping documentation standards.
• Support new product exports, customer registrations, sample shipments, and trade activities.
• Manage export payment documentation (LC, DP, DA).
• Drive continuous improvement through process optimization and automation.
• Maintain export records and compliance documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Trade management systems

Job description

Import Export Specialist (1 year contract)

Requisition ID: 67220

Position Type: FT Fixed Term

Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Hybrid

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

Role Type :1 year fixed term contract

Reporting to : Import & Export Manager

This role will lead end-to-end export operations, ensuring compliant, efficient, and timely delivery of products to customers worldwide while driving process excellence and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end export operations, ensuring timely, compliant, and efficient delivery of products to global customers.
• Prepare, review, and maintain export documentation, permits, certifications, and customs declarations in accordance with international trade requirements.
• Coordinate with Customer Care, Regulatory Affairs, Commercial, Finance, freight forwarders, and government agencies to support seamless shipment execution.
• Ensure compliance with export regulations, customer requirements, and shipping documentation standards.
• Support new product exports, customer registrations, sample shipments, and trade compliance activities.
• Manage export payment documentation, including Letters of Credit (LC), Documents Against Payment (DP), and Documents Against Acceptance (DA).
• Drive continuous improvement through process optimization, digitalization, automation, and cost-efficiency initiatives.
• Maintain accurate export records, reporting, and compliance documentation to support operational excellence.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, Business, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in Import/Export Operations, International Trade, Logistics, Customs, or Supply Chain.
• Strong knowledge of import/export processes, trade compliance, customs regulations, and international shipping documentation.
• Proficient in SAP, Microsoft Office, and digital tools; experience with trade management systems, automation, and AI-enabled solutions is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across cross-functional and global teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on digitalization, automation, compliance, and operational excellence.