Operations Executive

Emply Denmark; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 66,960 - 100,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AWS

20 days annual leave

Medical insurance

Corporate Classpass

Flexi Benefit for Health & Well-Being

Flexi Benefit for Learning & Develop

Job summary

Blue Water Shipping is seeking an Operations Executive to coordinate end-to-end project shipments from Johor Bahru, Malaysia. You will manage documentation, liaise with carriers, monitor progress, and resolve delays to uphold Blue Water standards.

The role requires 2+ years in heavy cargo/logistics, familiarity with oversized cargo and related regulations, and strong organizational skills. Global travel may be required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in heavy cargo or out-of-gauge operations, logistics, or project management.
• Familiarity with specialized vessels and equipment and customs procedures for oversized cargo.
• Solid understanding of transportation regulations for oversized shipments.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple operations simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage end-to-end logistics of project shipments including documentation.
• Ensure timely movement of goods per scope of work from Project/Operations Manager.
• Prepare and manage shipping documents, ensure regulatory compliance.
• Liaise with carriers and service providers to ensure safe, efficient transport.
• Monitor shipment progress and provide real-time updates to customers.
• Resolve operational issues such as delays, damages, or discrepancies.
• Maintain operational excellence and customer satisfaction per Blue Water standards.
• Travel to meet clients or oversee operations globally when required.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Operations Executive to join our Projects department. This role is based in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, and will play a pivotal role in coordinating the end-to-end execution of complex project shipments.

Your Role

• Coordinate and manage the end-to-end logistics of projects shipments including documentation.
• Ensure timely and accurate movement of goods from the origin to the destination as per scope of work provided by the Project Manager / Operations Manager.
• Prepare and manage all necessary shipping documents and ensure compliance with international trade regulations and processes.
• Liaise with carriers, shipping lines, airlines, trucking companies and other service providers to ensure shipment are transported safely and efficiently.
• Monitor the progress of shipments and provide real-time updates to customers.
• Address and resolve operational issues such as delays, damages, or discrepancies.
• Maintaining operational excellence, ensuring customer satisfaction and provide service quality as per Blue Water standards.
• Travelling to meet clients or overseeing operations in various locations globally when required.

Your Background

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in heavy cargo or out-of-gauge operations, logistics, or project management, preferably in project freight forwarding.
• Familiarity with specialized vessels and equipment, such as MPP/heavylift vessels, deck carriers, semi-subs, multi-axle trailers and self-propelled modular transporters, as well as a working knowledge of customs procedures for oversized cargo, are preferred.
• Possess a solid understanding of transportation regulations, particularly those related to oversize and heavy haul shipments.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities are crucial for coordinating complex over dimensional cargo movements.
• Ability to manage various operations simultaneously, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Competitive Compensation, AWS

Start from 20 days of Annual Leave

Medical Insurance coverage, Corporate Classpass Plan, Flexi Benefit for Health & Well-Being

Flexi Benefit for Learning & Development

About Blue Water Shipping

Blue Water is a global provider of all logistics services in modern supply chain management. The company was founded in 1972 in Denmark, and today, Blue Water has over 2,700 employees at 80 offices worldwide. Every Blue Water office combines a strong global network with local expertise, and the company operates in various dedicated business segments.

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