Import Operations Specialist – Shipments & Compliance

Leschaco; Klang City; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Leschaco (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. is seeking an Import Operations Executive in Bandar Bukit Raja, Selangor to support import activities and ensure smooth shipment processing. You will manage documentation, coordinate with overseas agents and customers, and assist in daily operation tasks.

The role involves ABS, EDI/K4 systems, and a collaborative team environment with growth opportunities within a leading logistics provider.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in import operations or customs clearance.
• Good knowledge of import documentation and clearance procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication with customers and internal teams.
• Proficient in software and systems used for import operations.
• Flexible and adaptable to changes in processes and procedures.
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Receive pre-alerts and shipping documents from overseas agents or customers and create jobs in ABS.
• Ensure all relevant pre-alerts and shipping documents are uploaded into the ABS Archive.
• Prepare and book incoming and outgoing invoices, with supporting documents, and ensure costs are booked in ABS on time.
• Check shipment ETA, update customers, and request arrival notices, freight invoices and DG lists from agents.
• Prepare payment vouchers for local charges and container deposits for submission to Accounts.
• Prepare LOI/LOA/LOU and forward to agents with ACH remittance for release of EDO/IID.
• Follow up with agents to ensure timely release of documents.
• Coordinate and delegate jobs to field operation clerks for document collection/dispatch.
• Notify customers of shipment arrival together with charges advice/invoices.
• Follow up on container deposit cheques after shipment completion.
• Assist in preparing customs manifests/declarations and data entry into EDI/K4.
• Assist in preparing Delivery Orders for LCL trucking, haulage requests and Gate Pass issuance.
• Follow up on empty container returns and coordinate with hauliers for timely pull-out to depot.
• Maintain shipment data, including ATA and milestones, in ABS.
• Coordinate with Field Operations on DOs, cheques and customs clearance matters.
• Provide relief support during absences.
• Maintain good relationships with customers, colleagues and third parties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Leschaco (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. is seeking an Import Operations Executive in Bandar Bukit Raja, Selangor to support import activities and ensure smooth shipment processing. You will manage documentation, coordinate with overseas agents and customers, and assist in daily operation tasks.

The role involves ABS, EDI/K4 systems, and a collaborative team environment with growth opportunities within a leading logistics provider.