Sea Freight Operation Supervisor (Freight Forwarding)

Adecco Personnel Pte Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics and freight forwarding company is seeking a Sea Freight Operation Supervisor to coordinate ocean freight operations. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity ideal for candidates with at least 3 years of experience. The role involves managing imports, exports, and leading a team to ensure smooth operations. This position offers a monthly salary package of up to $4300, alongside AWS, with a chance to work in a dynamic environment focusing on ocean freight.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in ocean freight operations, logistics or freight forwarding.
• Familiarity with customs permits for imports and exports.
• Exceptional leadership and management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations for ocean freight imports and exports.
• Manage team of operation executives and train on procedures.
• Oversee documentation preparation, customs clearance, and delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Ocean Freight Operations

Problem Solving

Job description

Adecco is partnering with a Global logistics and freight forwarding company. We are looking for a Sea Freight Operation Supervisor to join the team!

The Opportunity

Adecco is partnering with a Global logistics and freight forwarding company. We are looking for a Sea Freight Operation Supervisor (Import, Export) to join the team!

Reporting to the Sea Freight Manager. The candidate play a role in overseeing and coordinating all aspects of ocean freight operations for either the import or export shipments in the freight forwarding industry.

• Permanent, Full-time opportunity
• Location: East region, Changi South Street (Expo)
• Working hours: Monday - Friday, 9am to 6pm
• Salary Package: up to $4300 basic + AWS

The Job

• Manage a team of ocean freight operation executives.
• Supervise and coordinate daily ocean freight import or/and export operations, including booking, documentation, customs clearance, and delivery arrangements.
• Monitor shipment status, proactively identify potential delays or issues, and implement effective solutions to minimize disruptions.
• Oversee the accurate preparation and processing of all required documentation, including permit, bill of lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, and customs declarations.
• Provide training and guidance to team members on operational procedures, system usage, and industry best practices.
• Investigate and resolve issues promptly, communicating effectively with all relevant stakeholders (clients, carriers, internal teams).

The Talent

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in ocean freight operations, preferably within a freight forwarding or logistics company.
• Familiarity with custom permit for both import and export shipments.
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.

Next Steps

• Prepare your updated resume (please include your current salary package with a full breakdown such as base, incentives, annual wage supplement, etc.) and the expected package.
• Apply through this application or send your resume to [e-mail] in MS Word Copy.
• We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hazel Wong
EA License No: 91C2918
Personnel Registration Number: R24121511