Operations Executive (Part-Time)

INTER-ORIENTAL (THOMAS LAI) ASIA PACIFIC PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

INTER-ORIENTAL (THOMAS LAI) ASIA PACIFIC PTE LTD is seeking a Part-Time Operations Executive to support import/export operations and trade documentation from its Admiralty/Sembawang area base.

The role involves coordinating with warehouses, banks, suppliers and customers; handling LC documents, bills of lading, invoices and packing lists; and monitoring shipments and costs with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in import/export operations and trade documentation is essential.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently.
• Experience with LC documentation and international trade procedures is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with warehouses, freight forwarders, suppliers and customers to ensure smooth import/export operations.
• Prepare, check and process Letters of Credit (LC) and related trade documentation.
• Prepare and verify shipping documents including Bills of Lading, invoices, packing lists, insurance documents and origin and customs documents.
• Liaise with banks on LC documentation, amendments and discrepancies.
• Monitor shipment schedules, delivery status and inventory movements.
• Minimise logistics costs including demurrage, storage and transportation charges.
• Provide customers and sales team with order status, shipping schedules and documentation.
• Assist with inventory control, stock counts, invoice verification and operational reporting.
• Support local deliveries, exports and other day-to-day logistics activities.

Skills

Hands-on import/export experience

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Education

GCE "N" Level / O Level

Tools

Letters of Credit (LC)

Job description

Part-Time Operations Executive – Import/Export & Trade Documentation

We are an establishedimport and export trading company specialising in architectural hardwareand are looking for aPart-Time Operations Executiveto support our operations team.

The role is based in theAdmiralty/Sembawang industrial areawith flexible working hours.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with warehouses, freight forwarders, suppliers and customers to ensure smooth import and export operations.
• Prepare, check and processLetters of Credit (LC)and related trade documentation for both import and export transactions.
• Prepare and verify shipping documents, includingBills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, insurance documents, certificates of origin and customs clearance documents.
• Liaise with banks, suppliers and customers on LC documentation, amendments, document presentation and discrepancies where required.
• Monitor shipment schedules, delivery status, inventory movements and GRN processing.
• Minimise unnecessary logistics costs, including demurrage, storage and transportation charges.
• Provide customers and the sales team with order status, shipping schedules and relevant documentation.
• Assist with inventory control, annual stock counts, invoice verification and operational reporting.
• Provide support for local deliveries, exports and other day-to-day logistics activities.

Requirements

• MinimumGCE 'N' Level or 'O' Level, or equivalent.
• Candidates who may not have higher formal qualifications but can demonstratestrong hands-on experience in import/export operations and trade documentation are encouraged to apply.
• Hands-on experience with Letters of Credit (LC) and international trade documentation is essential.
• Practical experience in import/export operations, logistics, shipping, freight forwarding or international trading.
• Familiarity with customs clearance and import/export procedures.
• Experience in customer service, purchasing, inventory control or related operational functions will be an advantage.
• Detail-oriented, organised and able to work independently.
• Candidates with stronger experience or higher qualifications are welcome to apply, withremuneration commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Working Arrangement

• Part-time position
• Flexible working hours
• Location:Admiralty/Sembawang industrial area
• Remuneration will be based on relevant experience and qualifications.

We welcome applicants with relevant practical experience from a wide range of backgrounds. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.