Executive, Logistics & Internal Sales

Ajinomoto Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajinomoto Singapore Pte Ltd. is seeking a proactive logistics professional to manage end-to-end logistics operations and internal supply-demand coordination in Singapore.

The role sits at the intersection of operations and commercial coordination, emphasizing accuracy, responsiveness, and strong partner relationships. The successful candidate will book and track shipments, negotiate rates, maintain records, and support internal sales affiliates with order intake and fulfillment while ensuring

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in logistics or related field.
• 5–8 years in freight, logistics coordination or trade operations.
• Experience with marine cargo insurance and claims handling.
• Familiarity with Incoterms 2020.
• Proficient in MS Office; SAP knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Book and coordinate shipments with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and carriers across sea, air, and land.
• Negotiate freight rates and service terms; benchmark costs against market trends.
• Track shipments end-to-end and resolve delays or issues with urgency.
• Act as operational point of contact for internal sales affiliates, handling orders and fulfillment coordination.
• Prepare regular status reports on order/shipment progress and open issues for stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Diploma/Degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

MS Office

SAP HANA

SAP Business One

Job description

Aboutthe Role

We arelooking for a proactive and dependable individual to manage end-to-endlogistics operations and internal supply-demand coordination. The idealcandidate is someone who builds strong working relationships with business partnersand takes ownership of their work. This is a hands-on role that sits at theintersection of operations and commercial coordination, requiring both accuracyin execution and responsiveness under time-sensitive conditions.

KeyResponsibilities

Logistics— Shipment Booking & Freight Management

• Book and coordinate shipments with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and carriers across sea, air, and land modes
• Negotiate freight rates and service terms; regularly benchmark against market to ensure cost competitiveness
• Track shipments end-to-end and resolve delays, discrepancies, or any issues with a sense of urgency
• Lead the carrier selection process by evaluating carriers against defined criteria covering cost, transit time, reliability, and compliance; maintain an approved carrier list and review it periodically
• Ensure full compliance with applicable trade regulations, customs requirements, and Incoterms
• Coordinate with relevant parties to follow up and resolve complex cargo claims

InternalSales Coordination — Affiliate Management

• Serve as the operational point of contact for internal sales affiliates, managing order intake and fulfilment coordination
• Monitor sales orders and purchase orders across affiliates; identify demand patterns and flag supply constraints proactively
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records; prepare regular reports on order status, shipment progress, and any open issues for internal stakeholders
• Work closely with affiliates to navigate order processing workflows and ensure PO discrepancies are identified and resolved accurately and on time
• Perform any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of experience in freight, logistics coordination, or trade operations.
• Working knowledge of marine cargo insurance and claims handling.
• Familiarity with Incoterms 2020.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP (HANA) / SAP Business One system would be an added advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to travel occasionally for overseas business trips.