Customer Service Executive (Freight Forwarding) - LCYL

THE SUPREME HR ADVISORY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 35,712 - 39,060; Full time

Job summary

THE SUPREME HR ADVISORY PTE. LTD. is hiring for an Indoor Sales Executive/Customer Service role in Singapore to handle freight forwarding inquiries and coordinate сomplex shipments. The position involves liaising with overseas offices/agents, quotes, bookings, and ensuring smooth shipment execution.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in freight forwarding, strong MS Office skills, and a focus on high-quality client service. Work hours are 9am-5:30pm, five days a week, at Fort Canning area.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in the freight forwarding industry.
• Very good proficiency with Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel etc.).

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and professionally to client inquiries, ensuring high service standards.
• Liaise with overseas offices and agents to coordinate quotations, bookings and shipment execution.
• Handle import/export enquiries and bookings across sea, air and land transport modes.
• Activate shipments based on confirmed selling rates and cost structures.
• Collaborate closely with sales personnel to ensure smooth handover and operational follow through.
• Source and maintain competitive rates from hauliers, shipping lines, co-loaders, overseas agents and subcontractors.
• Monitor sales performance and contribute to forecasting and pipeline tracking.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers and vendors.
• Establish and manage client-specific standing orders or SOPs for recurring shipments.
• Working closely with internal departments (Sales, Operations, Finance) and external partners to ensure seamless execution.
• Check and verify incoming job-related invoices before submission to the Finance Department.
• Uphold all company policies including compliance, regulatory requirements, HSSE&Q standards, and Code of Business Conduct.
• Stay informed on industry trends, freight regulations, and market developments.
• Participate in training and development programs to enhance product knowledge and sales skills.
• Propose and implement process improvements to boost operational efficiency and customer

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Freight forwarding knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Indoor Sales Executive/ Customer Service (Freight forwarding)

5 days, 9am- 5.30pm

Address:Clemenceau Avenue, UE Square Singapore 239920 (Fort Canning)

Salary: $3200 -$3500

Job scope:

• Respond promptly and professionally to client inquiries, ensuring high service standards.
• Liaise with overseas offices and agents to coordinate quotations, bookings and shipment execution.
• Handle import/export enquiries and bookings across sea, air and land transport modes.
• Activate shipments based on confirmed selling rates and cost structures.
• Collaborate closely with sales personnel to ensure smooth handover and operational follow through.
• Source and maintain competitive rates from hauliers, shipping lines, co -loaders, overseas agents and subcontractors.
• Monitor sales performance and contribute to forecasting and pipeline tracking.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers and vendors.
• Establish and manage client-specific standing orders or SOPs for recurring shipments.
• Working closely with internal departments (Sales, Operations, Finance) and external partners to ensure seamless execution.
• Check and verify incoming job-related invoices before submission to the Finance Department.
• Uphold all company policies including compliance, regulatory requirements, HSSE&Q standards, and Code of Business Conduct.
• Stay informed on industry trends, freight regulations, and market developments.
• Participate in training and development programs to enhance product knowledge and sales skills.
• Propose and implement process improvements to boost operational efficiency and customer

Requirements:

• At least 3years of relevant experience in the freight forwarding industry
• Very good proficiency with Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel etc.)