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.