Company Overview / Employee Value Proposition
Inchcape Shipping Services has supported global trade since 1847 by delivering expert port call services through 240+ offices in 60 countries. Our 2,500+ professionals provide safe, transparent, and reliable solutions for diverse sectors worldwide.
Job Summary
Join Inchcape Shipping Services as a Logistics Executive to contribute to seamless port operations and enable global trade through expert local knowledge and a vast international network.
Main Responsibilities
Deliver expert port call services to ensure smooth shipping operations and successful trade outcomes
Apply local knowledge and global infrastructure to provide safe, transparent service to customers
Collaborate effectively with clients across oil, cruise, container, bulk commodity sectors, naval, government, and intergovernmental organizations
Utilize real-time port data and market intelligence to inform customer decisions and improve operational efficiency
Manage full logistics scope including booking, coordination, warehouse/storeroom management, documentation, inventory control for AIR, SEA, LAND, CROSS TRADES, billing, and projects
Prepare and execute Bills of Lading (BLs), Delivery Orders (DO), and related documentation for Principals
Meet Principals’ and Customers’ demands while minimizing total costs such as storage and transportation
Negotiate with suppliers and service providers to secure optimal pricing and terms
Plan and oversee daily logistics operations including receiving spares and samples
Manage storeroom delivery, distribution, and maintain accurate inventory in vendor warehouses
Identify operational gaps and analyze root causes to prevent shipment or operational delays
Organize transportation activities, update inventory records, and coordinate movement of goods from origin to delivery
Execute logistics plans to ensure timely delivery of products and packages
Review freight rates and transportation costs to maintain cost efficiency
Ensure warehouse safety, cleanliness, and optimal space management
Interface logistics operations with fleet management and production for receipt, repacking, bulking, and tagging of chemicals for storage and retrieval
Verify vendor invoices for accuracy before approval submission
Communicate with vessel PIC/Agents via email for spares delivery instructions
Reconcile incoming items with drivers and appointed forwarders upon delivery
Maintain clear accountability within the department and ensure awareness of job responsibilities among team members
Ensure full compliance with the ISS Management System and Standard Operating Procedures
Perform additional duties as assigned by Line Manager within the job scope
Global trade has always depended on the port and since 1847 Inchcape Shipping Services has provided the local knowledge and means to deliver port calls that enable business to ship smoothly and trade successfully.
Inchcape combines its worldwide infrastructure with local expertise through our global network of over 240 proprietary offices, across 60 countries and a team of more than 2,500 committed professionals. Our unique geographical footprint means we can offer customers a full range of services, delivered safely, transparently and with exceptional service wherever they are in the world.
Our diverse global customer base includes owners and charterers in the oil, cruise, container and bulk commodity sectors as well as naval, government and intergovernmental organisations.
Through the real-time port data and information generated by our global network, coupled with investments in technology, we provide market and port intelligence that allows our customers to focus on their core business and make informed decisions.