Import/Export Logistics Specialist

Job TitleResponsibilities:Transportation Management: Coordinating shipping, selecting carriers, and planning routes for timely, cost-efficient delivery.Logistics Coordination: Coordinate with freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers for timely shipment delivery.Compliance & Customs: Ensure all imports/exports adhere to international and local trade regulations, including tariffs and licenses.Sales Order Management Coordination: Coordinated local deliveries and international export operations in a timely and efficient manner to meet customer requirements.Supply Chain Coordination: Managing the end-to-end flow of materials, including purchasing receiving process, tracking, and receipt.Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborating internally with colleagues, team members, managers; and externally liaising with suppliers, manufacturers, warehouses, and customers.Documentation Management: Prepare and review shipping documents, including bills of lading (air waybill), commercial invoices, and packing lists.Process Optimization: Analyzing data to improve logistical efficiency, reduce operating costs, and solve disruptions.Key Skills & RequirementsExperience: Generally requires 2+ years of experience in logistics, order management, supply chain management, or related fields.Knowledge: Understanding of Incoterms, customs regulations, and trade compliance.Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office Suite and specialized logistics software/ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, NetSuite).Analytical Abilities: Data-driven thinking to analyze logistics challenges and develop solutions.Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to manage relationships with carriers and stakeholders.Organization: Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines.Communication: Strong negotiation skills for liaising with vendors and internal departments.Education: Typically requires a degree in supply chain management, international business, or relevant experience.Common Educational BackgroundBachelor's degree in international business, international trade, logistics, business administration, or a related field.