Sea Freight Operations Coordinator

Career Wise; Klang City; On-site; MYR 55,800 - 89,280; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Klang City is seeking a Sea Freight Operations Coordinator to manage the entire process of export and import. Candidates should have a degree in logistics and minimum 2 years of sea freight experience. Responsibilities include handling customers, managing shipments, and ensuring compliance with international regulations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, along with strong problem-solving skills and fluency in English, Bahasa Melayu, and Mandarin. Join a dynamic team striving to optimize operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in sea freight operations.
• Knowledge of international shipping regulations and customs procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle the process of export and import.
• Maintain existing customers and manage sea freight shipments.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Fluency in English

Fluency in Bahasa Melayu

Fluency in Mandarin

Education

Diploma/Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

Logistics software

Job description

About the job Sea Freight Operations Coordinator

Job Responsibilities:

• Independently handled the entire process of export and import, with access to local Malaysian customs clearance and trucking resources.
• Maintaining existing customers, managing daily sea freight shipments, customs declarations, and trucking to the destination port, ensuring full-process operation and tracking.
• Continuously sourcing and optimizing resources to gradually replace with the best solutions.
• Developing local sea freight business to increase revenue and volume.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute sea freight shipments, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Book cargo space with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and consolidators.
• Track shipments and provide status updates to customers and internal teams.
• Resolve operational issues such as delays, demurrage, or customs clearance problems.
• Prepare and verify shipping documents, including Bills of Lading, packing lists, and customs declarations.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs requirements, and company policies.
• Work closely with customs brokers and regulatory authorities to facilitate smooth clearance.
• Analyze shipping data and generate reports to improve operational efficiency.

Job Requirements:

• Min Diploma/Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Min 2+ years of experience in sea freight operations, shipping, or logistics.
• Knowledge of international shipping regulations, Incoterms, and customs procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced logistics environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and logistics software.
• Fluency in English, Bahasa Melayu and Mandarin as will need to liaise with international client.