Shipping Specialist

BioSpace; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Commuter benefits

Well-being programs

Job summary

GenScript Biotech Corporation, headquartered in New Jersey, seeks an experienced Logistics and Customs Compliance Specialist for its Solaris onsite role in Singapore. You will ensure regulatory alignment for imports/exports, manage permits, and coordinate with brokers, warehouses and cross-border teams to keep shipments compliant and on schedule.

The role requires 3–5 years of shipping and customs experience, Mandarin and English fluency, and strong data skills.

Qualifications

• Degree with major in Supply Chain or other Business-related studies
• Having SC401 customs declarant certification is a plus
• 3-5 years of experience in shipping, logistics, and customs affairs or related fields
• Experience working with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and third-party logistics providers is preferred
• Experience in handling import/export shipments, packaging, and customs clearance
• Familiarity with TradeNet/Crimsonlogic platforms for permit applications
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with data-analysis capabilities
• Fluent in English and Mandarin with cross-border collaboration
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with data handling and reporting
• Collaborative team player with proactive mindset
• Willing to adopt AI, automation, and compliance practices

Responsibilities

• Stay up-to-date with changes in customs laws and regulations, advising internal teams on impact to operations
• Conduct regular audits of shipping and customs procedures, implementing corrective actions to maintain compliance
• Perform tariff classification and ensure correct customs documentation for all imports/exports
• Submit permits via TradeNet/Crimsonlogic and liaise with customs brokers for timely clearance
• Manage Strategic Goods permits for dual-use products
• Ensure shipments are properly packaged and labelled per standards
• Coordinate with warehouse staff for handling of goods and cross-department collaboration
• Track shipments from initiation to delivery and resolve delays
• Maintain records of shipping documentation and GST permits for monthly submissions
• Perform internal audits to identify improvements in customs processes

Skills

English fluency

Mandarin proficiency

Communication skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Supply Chain or related field

SC401 customs declarant certification (nice to have)

Tools

TradeNet/Crimsonlogic

Customs brokers liaison

Job description

Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance and Updates

• Stay up-to-date with changes in customs laws and regulations, advising internal teams on any impact to operations.
• Conduct regular audits of shipping and customs procedures, implementing corrective actions when necessary to maintain compliance.

Customs Documentation and Compliance

• Perform tariff classification and ensure correct customs documentation for all imports and exports.
• Submit necessary import/export permits via TradeNet/Crimsonlogic and liaise with customs brokers to ensure timely and accurate customs clearance.
• Manage the application of Strategic Goods permits for dual-use products.

Shipment Handling and Packaging

• Ensure all incoming and outgoing shipments are properly packaged, labelled, and ready for dispatch according to company and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff to manage the physical handling of goods, ensuring safe and secure packaging of products.
• Collaboration with Internal and External Teams
• Work closely with logistics, finance, and other departments to ensure smooth operations and compliance with customs requirements.
• Collaborate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and other third-party service providers to ensure accurate and timely processing of shipments.

Shipping Tracking and Monitoring

• Track all shipments from initiation to delivery, resolving any issues or delays promptly.
• Ensure proper record-keeping of shipping documentation and GST permits for monthly submissions and claims.

Customs-related Audits and Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate and updated records of all customs-related activities and documentation, ensuring proper audit trails.
• Perform regular internal audits to identify areas of improvement in customs processes and work on corrective actions.

Cost Management

• Review of freight cost, packing material cost and all cost related to Logistic
• Cost tracking, Uploading and Analysis
• Vendor Billing Management
• Freight cost uploading into system

Ad-hoc Tasks

• Any other tasks or project assigned by superior

Qualifications

• Degree with major in Supply Chain or other Business-related studies
• Having SC401 customs declarant certification is a plus
• 3-5 years of experience in shipping, logistics, and customs affairs or related fields, are considered.
• Experience working with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and third-party logistics providers is preferred.
• Experience in handling import/export shipments, packaging, and customs clearance.
• Familiarity with TradeNet/Crimsonlogic platforms for permit applications.
• Demonstrated strong communication and negotiation skills, with solid data analysis capabilities to support decision-making.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-border teams, particularly with stakeholders in China.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), with strong capability in data handling, reporting, and presentation.
• A collaborative team player with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset; adaptable to dynamic environments and willing to take on additional responsibilities or role rotations.
• Open to continuous learning and capable of adopting advanced technologies and practices, including AI, automation, compliance frameworks, and customs regulations.

Location

Solaris @Kallang 164, East Wing building, Singapore 349248

This role would be fully onsite.

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Benefits

• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one.
• We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays.
• Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug‑free workplace.

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