Import and Export Coordinator

Drew Ameroid (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Singapore seeks an experienced professional to manage import/export shipments via air, sea, and land. Responsibilities include liaising with agents and preparing shipping documents, with strong emphasis on customs clearance and maintaining supplier relationships. Candidates should have 5-7 years of import/export experience and a relevant degree. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of import/export experience is required.
• Freight forwarding experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of customs clearance for marine equipment and spare parts.

Responsibilities

• Manage import/export shipments via sea, air, and cross-border trucking.
• Liaise with shipping agents, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
• Prepare and review shipping documents for import and export.

Skills

Import/export experience

Strong analytical skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Customs clearance knowledge

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, or related field

Job description

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage import/export shipments via sea, air, and cross-border trucking.
• Ensure correct classification (HS code) of marine products and proper use of Incoterms.
• Liaise with shipping agents, freight forwarders, and customs brokers for timely clearance and release of goods.
• Prepare and review shipping documents: commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and import permits.
• Maintain certifications to allow for handling air and ocean shipments for export.
• Maintain good relationships with carriers, forwarders and 3rd party logistics suppliers.
• Negotiate competitive rates with logistics vendors and propose cost-saving solutions.
• Maintain accurate shipment logs and documentation.
• Review all orders assigned to warehouses of responsibility and communicate any problems to management.
• Provide immediate feedback for deliveries/shipments that will not be completed as required.
• Understand trends at assigned port locations and communicate with manager.
• Generate monthly reports on lead time, clearance time, and shipping cost KPIs.

Required / Desired Knowledge, Experiences and Skills:

• 5-7 years of import/export experience is required.
• Freight forwarding experience a plus.
• Strong analytical skills are required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills required.
• Strong knowledge of customs clearance for marine equipment and spare parts.
• Familiarity with Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), Free Zones, and bonded warehouse processes.

Education/Certifications:

• Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, or related field.

Physical Working Environment:

• Climate controlled office environment and required the ability to sit for extended periods of time.