Shipping Executive

KAMIGUMI SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kamigumi Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Shipping Executive to manage end-to-end Air & Sea import/export operations, including carrier bookings, cargo tracking, and delivery arrangements.

You will bridge relationships with global vendors, customs authorities, and key clients, ensuring compliance, accurate documentation, rate negotiations, quotations, and timely updates to keep shipments on schedule. This role demands strong communication, multitasking, and problem-solving in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in logistics, freight forwarding or shipping (Air/Sea import & export).
• Good understanding of shipment coordination, Incoterms and basic customs procedures.
• Fluent in English; Mandarin/Japanese is an advantage for client communication.
• Strong communication, multitasking and follow-up skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Diploma/Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Air & Sea import/export operations (FCL/LCL), including carrier bookings, cargo tracking, and site delivery arrangements.
• Prepare, audit, and issue shipping documentation—NOA, DO, Bills of Lading, Air Waybills, invoices, packing lists and trade permits; oversee Singapore Customs clearance.
• Act as the primary contact for clients, ocean carriers, airlines, hauliers and customs brokers to ensure smooth cargo clearance and timely updates.
• Calculate shipping costs, issue invoices, verify vendor rate sheets, and prepare competitive shipping quotes.
• Resolve operational delays, shipment discrepancies, or customs holds efficiently.
• Ensure full compliance with Singapore Customs rules, international trade safety regulations and internal standards.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong communication

Multitasking

Follow-up skills

MS Office (Excel, Word)

Mandarin/Japanese advantage

Education

Diploma/Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position: Shipping Executive//Shipping Coordinator

Working Hours: 5 days, 8.30am to 5.30pm

Location: Tanjong Pagar, Near by MRT Station

Job Summary:

Join our dynamic team and drive high-impact logistics solutions across Air & Sea freight!
We are seeking an agile Shipping Executive to manage full-spectrum Import & Export operations. In this key role, you will bridge relationships between global vendors, customs authorities, and key clients, turning complex freight challenges into smooth, on-time deliveries. If you have a sharp eye for compliance, strong rate-negotiation skills, and a passion for international trade execution, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your logistics career.

Key responsibilities:

Shipment Operations:

• Manage end-to-end Air & Sea import/export operations (FCL/LCL), including carrier bookings, cargo tracking, and site delivery arrangements.

Customs & Documentation:

• Prepare, audit, and issue critical shipping documentation—including Notices of Arrival (NOA), Delivery Orders (DO), Bills of Lading (HBL/MBL), Air Waybills (HAWB/MAWB), commercial invoices, packing lists, and trade permits.
• Oversee smooth Singapore Customs clearance for both import and export cargo.

Client & Vendor Liaison:

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ocean carriers, airlines, hauliers, and customs brokers to ensure smooth cargo clearance and timely updates.

Quotations & Billing:

• Calculate shipping costs, issue timely customer invoices, verify vendor rate sheets, and prepare competitive shipping quotes for client inquiries.

Problem Resolution:

• Resolve operational delays, shipment discrepancies, or customs holds efficiently.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure full compliance with Singapore Customs rules, international trade safety regulations, and internal company operating standards.

Requirements:

Experience: Minimum 2 years of customer service or operational experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or shipping (Air/Sea import & export).
Industry Knowledge: Good understanding of shipment coordination, freight documentation, Incoterms, and basic customs procedures.
Language Proficiency: Fluent in English (Mandarin/Japanese is an advantage to effectively communicate with Mandarin/Japanese-speaking clients.).
Core Skills: Strong communication, multi-tasking, and follow-up skills in a fast-paced environment.
Technical Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word).
Education: Diploma/Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business preferred.

Attitude:Responsible, independent, and a strong team player.