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Customer Service Executive (Freight Forwarding)

EPS Consultants

Singapore

On-site

SGD 40,000 - 70,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

An international freight forwarder in Singapore is seeking an experienced professional for a customer-focused role. The ideal candidate will manage client relationships, coordinate shipments, and resolve logistics issues. Experience in the freight forwarding industry and strong coordination skills are essential. Responsibilities include processing orders and enhancing customer support. This is a fast-paced position handling around 70 clients, ideal for someone ready for a high-volume role.

Qualifications

  • Must have experience in the freight forwarding industry.
  • Able to prepare quotations for both air and ocean shipments.
  • Familiar with the F&B sector.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
  • Process client orders and ensure accurate shipping documents.
  • Address client issues and resolve logistics problems.
  • Provide guidance on company systems and services.
  • Solicit feedback from clients to improve service.

Skills

Customer service skills
Coordination skills
Freight forwarding experience
Problem-solving abilities
Familiarity with F&B sector

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced professional with strong customer service and coordination skills in freight forwarding services, including both air and sea freight. The hiring company is an international freight forwarder headquartered in Italy. This position is based at their office located inChangi Business Park(East), Singapore.

Responsibilities

Client Relationship Management

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by understanding their needs and providing personalized support.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for client inquiries, requests, and issues, providing timely and accurate responses.
  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively.

Order Processing and Coordination (Shipment)

  • Process client orders and pre-alert to customer, origin and operations.
  • Ensure accurate and timely completion of shipping documents, including bills of lading, customs paperwork, and other required documentation for operation to take over.
  • Coordinate with internal departments, such as operations, logistics, and finance, to ensure smooth and efficient execution of client orders.

Issue Resolution and Problem-Solving

  • Address client issues and concerns related to shipments, delivery delays, damages, or other logistics issues, and work with internal teams to resolve them.
  • Handle escalated client complaints or disputes professionally and diplomatically, striving to find mutually beneficial solutions.

Customer Support and Training

  • Provide guidance and support to clients on the use of company systems, processes, and services to optimize their shipping experience.
  • Assist clients with technical issues or questions related to online booking platforms, tracking systems, or other digital tools.

Continuous Improvement

  • Solicit feedback from clients on their experience with the company's services and use insights to identify areas for improvement.
  • Work with internal teams to identify process gaps or inefficiencies and recommend solutions to improve customer service delivery.
  • Must have experience in the freight forwarding industry.
  • Able to prepare quotations for both air and ocean shipments.
  • Familiar with the F&B sector.
  • Please highlight to candidates that this is a fast-paced role handling approximately 70 customers, with around 5–8 being highly active. The volume of enquiries and quotations can be significant.

How To Apply

Interested applicants, please submit your updated resume toaki@eps.com.sg.

Please state your availability, current & expected salaries for processing purpose.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Akifumi Hashimoto (Reg no: R165447)

EPS Consultants Pte Ltd (EA License: 95C5630)

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