Logistics Supervisor: Customs & Cost Control Lead

AI Logistics; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

AI Logistics in the Philippines seeks a Logistics Supervisor to lead a 5-person team and oversee end-to-end import/export operations, customs clearance, and port cost control. You will manage daily dispatch and ensure timely container pull-outs while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent attention to detail, and hands-on experience with ERP/WMS/TMS systems, plus coordination with brokers, shipping lines, and port authorities in Manila and neighboring

Qualifications

• 5+ years in logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain operations with 1–2 years managing a small-to-mid-sized team
• Strong command of Philippine customs clearance procedures, Incoterms, and port fee structures
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; Licensed Customs Broker a plus
• Experience managing trucking schedules, port appointments, and truck ban compliance in Metro Manila
• Leadership and interpersonal skills to manage a 5-person crew and communicate with brokers/port authorities
• Extreme attention to detail; high accuracy in auditing financial, customs and shipping records

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and coach a 5-person logistics/dispatch team
• Oversee end-to-end import/export documentation and customs coordination
• Monitor and control port-related charges and ensure timely demurrage-free operations
• Plan and optimize daily trucking schedules with 3PL partners and port appointments
• Review and reconcile bills of lading, invoices, packing lists, and delivery receipts
• Coordinate with shipping lines, freight forwarders, brokers, and port personnel to resolve delays

Skills

Team Leadership

People Management

Attention to Detail

Regulatory Compliance

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Customs Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

ERP

WMS

TMS

Job description

AI Logistics in the Philippines seeks a Logistics Supervisor to lead a 5-person team and oversee end-to-end import/export operations, customs clearance, and port cost control. You will manage daily dispatch and ensure timely container pull-outs while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent attention to detail, and hands-on experience with ERP/WMS/TMS systems, plus coordination with brokers, shipping lines, and port authorities in Manila and neighboring