Job Description
Support the logistics team leader with shipment follow ups and status updates.
Send/forward shipping instructions and bookings to appointed forwarders.
Follow up with forwarders and shipping lines for bill of lading (BLs) and share drafts with clients for approval.
Monitor vessel schedules, confirm sailing, updated SOL and issue shipment advice.
Prepare, apply for and manage all export documentation ensuring timely updates on dox.
Maintain accurate and well organized records and files related to logistics and shipping activities.
Updating SOL i.e.
Samples - track PSS dispatch and approvals.
Traffic data - update shipment progress, add notes and issue shipment advice for all finalized shipments.
PUR - Book and upload final purchase invoices and shipping docs.
Follow up on dispatch and confirmation of final shipping docs.
Following up on warrants from DSS (sellers/brokers), instruct stock transfers and ensure timely movements to avoid additional storage charges.
Ensure all logistics tools and systems are kept accurate and up to date i.e. Cargoo & Edox
KPIs
100% execution of shipments on time
Draft shipping docs should be received, reviewed, approved and shared with clients before vessel ETD.
Final shipping docs to be dispatched within 5 days from vessel departure date.
100% stock movement from third party warehouses within 5 days after payment
Zero errors in stock movement, instructions and documentation.
Timely email responses within same working day.
Unresolved issues to be escalated within 48 hours.
Purchase invoices PURs to be booked in SOL within 48hours after shipment departure.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, supply chain Management or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in Logistics and warehouse management.
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication skills.
High level of integrity and attention to details.