Job Description
Job Title:
SENIOR EXECUTIVE - SHIPPING
Posting Start Date:
26/10/2026
Job Description:
Requirements
- Form five graduate or above.
- Training or formal education in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related disciplines is preferred.
- Minimum 8 years of solid experience in independently handling full set import and export shipping documentation.
- Extensive knowledge of Letter of Credit (L/C) operations and bank documentation requirements.
- Proven experience in coordinating shipment bookings and Shipping Instructions (S/I) submissions with freight forwarders.
- Familiar with FedEx Ship Manager, myDHL+ and Tradelink systems.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook.
- Able to communicate independently and effectively with overseas factories, suppliers and freight forwarders through email and virtual meetings.
- Sound understanding of Incoterms and international payment terms.
- Mature, stable, responsible and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Detail-minded, well-organized, proactive and capable of working under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
- Strong sense of responsibility and commitment.
- Good team player with positive working attitude.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Shipping Documentation
- Prepare full set import and export shipping documents for sea freight, air freight and courier shipments.
- Prepare shipping documents for sample shipments.
- Ensure all shipment documentation complies with customer, carrier, banking and regulatory requirements.
- Handle Letter of Credit (L/C) documentation and coordinate with banks when necessary.
Shipment Coordination
- Coordinate sea and air freight bookings with freight forwarders.
- Submit Shipping Instructions (S/I) and ensure timely cargo arrangements.
- Monitor shipment schedules and follow up on shipment status to ensure on-time delivery.
- Liaise closely with freight forwarders, courier companies and internal stakeholders on shipment arrangements.
System & Data Management
- Update shipment information and logistics records accurately in company systems.
- Maintain and organize shipping files and records.
- Utilize Tradelink, FedEx Ship Manager, myDHL+ and SAP (if applicable) for daily operations.
Communication & Reconciliation
- Communicate regularly with overseas factories, suppliers and global offices through email and Microsoft Teams.
- Verify and reconcile Statements of Account from freight forwarders and courier companies.
- Resolve shipment discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions when necessary.
Personal Attributes
- Mature and dependable.
- Strong sense of urgency and ownership.
- Able to perform under pressure and meet critical deadlines.
- Highly accurate, detail-oriented and organized.
- Proactive, self-motivated and willing to take initiative.
- Cooperative team player with excellent communication skills.