Location: Shah Alam, Selangor
Job Overview
We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Manager, Sea Freight Import to lead the daily import operations team and ensure the smooth and timely execution of end-to-end sea freight import shipments.
Key Responsibilities
1. Sea Freight Import Operations
- Supervise and oversee daily Sea Freight Import operations, ensuring all shipments are processed accurately and in accordance with company SOPs and customer requirements.
- Manage shipments throughout the complete import cycle, from pre-alert, vessel arrival, documentation and customs clearance through delivery and shipment closure.
- Monitor vessel schedules, shipment milestones, port activities and delivery status to ensure timely execution.
- Ensure timely preparation and processing of Arrival Notices, Bills of Lading, Delivery Orders, Cargo Manifests, invoices and other import documentation.
- Identify, investigate and resolve shipment delays, documentation discrepancies and operational exceptions.
- Ensure all shipment information and milestones are accurately and promptly updated in the operating system.
2. Team Supervision & Leadership
- Lead, coach and support the Sea Freight Import team in achieving daily operational, productivity and service targets.
- Allocate workloads according to shipment volumes, operational priorities and team capacity.
- Monitor individual and team performance, productivity, quality and SLA achievement.
- Provide guidance and training to team members on import processes, documentation and operational procedures.
- Conduct regular performance discussions and identify opportunities for employee development.
- Provide hands-on support and guidance during peak periods, complex shipments and operational escalations.
3. Customer & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as the escalation point for customer and operational issues.
- Coordinate effectively with customers, shipping lines, overseas offices, agents, transporters, customs brokers and internal departments.
- Provide accurate and timely shipment updates to customers and stakeholders.
- Handle customer complaints and operational issues professionally, ensuring timely resolution.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
4. Documentation & Compliance
- Ensure all import documentation is accurate, complete and processed within the required timeline.
- Review and validate key import documents, including:
- Bill of Lading (BL)
- Arrival Notice (AN)
- Delivery Order (DO)
- Cargo Manifest
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Customs documentation
- Other relevant shipping and supporting documents
- Ensure operations comply with company SOPs, customs requirements and applicable shipping regulations.
- Maintain accurate shipment records and documentation for operational and audit purposes.
5. KPI, SLA & Performance Management
- Monitor team performance against agreed KPI and SLA targets.
- Track shipment backlog, ageing, documentation accuracy, turnaround time and operational productivity.
- Prepare, review and analyse operational reports and performance dashboards.
- Identify recurring operational issues and implement appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
- Drive consistent achievement of productivity, service quality and customer satisfaction targets.
6. Process Improvement
- Identify operational bottlenecks and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and service quality.
- Support automation, system enhancement and digitalisation initiatives.
- Standardise operational processes and improve documentation workflows.
- Develop, review and maintain SOPs, work instructions and process guidelines.
- Promote a continuous improvement culture within the Sea Freight Import team.
7. Systems & Data Management
- Ensure accurate and timely shipment updates in the company's freight-forwarding operating system.
- Utilise CargoWise (CW1) or equivalent freight-forwarding systems to manage and monitor shipment activities.
- Monitor system exceptions and ensure operational data is complete and accurate.
- Utilise Microsoft Excel and operational reports to analyse workload, productivity, shipment ageing and service performance.
Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Maritime Studies, International Business or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Sea Freight Import / Freight Forwarding Operations.
- At least 1–2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Strong hands-on knowledge of end-to-end Sea Freight Import Operations.
- Good understanding of shipping documentation, customs clearance, vessel schedules, port operations and delivery coordination.
- Experience working with multinational freight-forwarding, regional operations or shared service environments will be an advantage.
- Experience using CargoWise (CW1) or other freight-forwarding operating systems is preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
- Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.
Pay: RM8,000.00 - RM9,000.00 per month
Experience:
- Sea Freight Import: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person