Supply Chain Specialist (Sea Freight)

An AI-powered freight rate intelligence platform designed specifically for SME freight forwarders, enabling faster, smarter, and more competitive pricing decisions, are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Supply Chain Specialist with expertise in sea freight operations to manage end-to-end logistics, documentation, route planning, and freight pricing.

• Manage end-to-end sea freight operations, including import and export shipments.
  
• Prepare, review, and process shipping documentation such as Bills of Lading, Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Certificates of Origin, and Customs documentation.
  
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs brokers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth shipment execution.
  
• Plan and optimize shipping routes to improve transit times and reduce logistics costs.
  
• Negotiate freight rates and obtain competitive pricing from carriers and logistics partners.
  
• Analyze freight costs, monitor market trends, and recommend cost-saving initiatives.
  
• Track shipments proactively and resolve delays, documentation issues, or operational challenges.
  
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs requirements, and company policies.
  
• Maintain accurate shipment records and prepare logistics performance reports.
  
• Collaborate with procurement, warehouse, sales, and finance teams to support overall supply chain efficiency.
  

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, or freight forwarding, with a strong focus on sea freight operations.
  
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certifications in Supply Chain or Logistics are an advantage.
  
• Experience: 5–10 Years
  
• Strong knowledge of sea freight operations, international shipping, and Incoterms.
  
• Expertise in shipping documentation and customs compliance.
  
• Experience in route planning and freight optimization.
  
• Strong negotiation and pricing analysis skills.
  
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and logistics management software.
  
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and work effectively under tight deadlines.