Freight Operations Coordinator – Ocean Shipping | 5 days - $3.4k [0580]

THE SUPREME HR ADVISORY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Singapore seeks an experienced freight forwarding specialist with at least 2 years in the industry. The role involves coordinating shipments, liaising with clients and subcontractors, and ensuring regulatory compliance in customs declarations. Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Work hours are 5 days a week from 9am to 5:30pm, with a salary range of $3000 - $3400. Join us to enhance our service delivery and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in the freight forwarding industry.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with subcontractors, carriers, and clients for shipment execution.
• Provide updates to customers on shipment status and changes.
• Coordinate collection and delivery schedules with subcontractors.
• Manage operational tasks across import/export shipments.
• Prepare customs declarations in compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accuracy in operational records and internal systems.

Skills

Freight forwarding experience

Customer liaison

Coordination skills

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• 5 days, 9am-5.30pm
• Address: Fort Canning
• Salary: $3000 -$3400

Job scope

• Liaise effectively with subcontractors, carriers, overseas agents, internal departments and clients to ensure timely and accurate shipment execution.
• Provide regular updates to customers regarding shipment status, schedules, and any changes to arrangements.
• Coordinate collection and delivery schedules with sub-contractors, including warehouse handling and cargo readiness.
• Work closely with carriers to manage Bill of Lading (BL) issuance and collection and oversee payment arrangements.
• Manage end-to-end operational tasks across import/export shipments, cross-border trucking, and cross-trade movements.
• Prepare and process customs declarations in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Generate accurate billing and invoices, ensuring completion before monthly financial cut-off dates.
• Maintain operational records and ensure data accuracy in internal systems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with business development, sales and indoor sales team to resolve shipment issues and improve client satisfaction.
• Assist in vendor performance reviews and contribute to operational reporting when needed
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• To perform other duties and tasks as assigned
• Adhere to all company policies in areas of Compliance, HSSE&Q, Code of Business Conduct, Employee Handbook

Requirements

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in the freight forwarding industry
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel