Officer, Ocean Import

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

· Handle customer bookings, enquiries, and service requests, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution.

· Build and maintain good working relationships with customers to support their logistics requirements and service expectations.

· Escalate complex issues or exceptions to the Team Lead or Manager when required.

· Coordinate with agents, carriers, vendors, overseas offices, and customers to ensure smooth shipment execution.

· Process daily operational activities, including permit declarations, shipment documentation, delivery arrangements, and survey coordination.

· Ensure shipments are processed accurately and completed within established timelines.

· Update shipment details, freight costs, and operational information in Cargowise and other relevant systems.

· Prepare and send shipping documents, billing invoices, and pre-alerts to customers promptly.

· Support the preparation of operational reports and assist in monitoring shipment performance.

· Participate in process improvement and digitalization initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

· Comply with company policies, procedures, and quality, safety, legal, and ethical requirements.

· Provide support and guidance to new team members when required.

Requirements

· Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related discipline.

· Minimum 2–3 years of experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or ocean freight operations.

· Basic knowledge of shipping documentation, customs permits, and freight processes.

· Experience using Cargowise or similar freight management systems is preferred.

· Good communication and coordination skills with the ability to work with multiple stakeholders.

· Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.

Tell employers what skills you have

Shipping Documentation
Permit Management
Agents
Logistics
Building Customer Relationships
Service follow-ups
Managing Daily Operations
Arranging Deliveries
payment of invoices
Supply Chain Management
Handling bookings
Ensuring Timely Deliveries
Supply Chain and Logistics Management