It's more than a job
As a member of the Freight Forwarding team Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in transporting goods, optimising processes, and fulfilling our customers' promises. And by transporting medicines, toys and important machine parts, you are not only delivering goods, you are making small and big moments possible for people all around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine.
As Sea logistics operations team, you will coordinate sea transport operations, manage carrier bookings and documentation, ensure compliance, and deliver efficient, quality service
How you create impact
Export Shipment Execution
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Execute bookings, enter shipment orders, and generate all required export documentation accurately and on time.
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Create and complete shipment details in the internal transport management system.
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Organize transport arrangements according to customer commitments and operational instructions.
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Obtain DG approvals when applicable and escalate discrepancies to ensure timely resolution.
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Handle day-to-day export shipments, including coordination, scheduling, and communication.
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Review shipping instructions and resolve inconsistencies by considering country regulations, export compliance requirements, routing details, and customer specifications.
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Issue and submit all required documentation, e.g. BAL specimen, carrier OBL instructions, VGM and security filings, and sales invoices, within 24 hours of departure.
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Create files for consolidation containers (Master files).
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Release BAL B/L in accordance with Financial Guidelines and Working Instructions.
Customer & Stakeholder Collaboration
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Communicate with customers at the shipment level to provide timely updates and resolve operational issues.
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Work closely with CCL, Sales, and other internal teams to support customer development for both new and existing business.
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Collaborate with overseas counterparts for green-light approvals, shipment handling requirements, and escalation management.
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Coordinate with OKAM to provide shipment-level support for key accounts.
Vendor & Partner Management
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Monitor supplier performance and drive proactive management to maintain service quality.
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Ensure strong data quality to support accurate customer reporting.
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Verify incoming supplier invoices and resolve rate discrepancies in a timely manner.
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Support the coordination of claims, disputes, and corrective actions.
What we would like you to bring
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Experience around 2-3 years in Sea Logistics export operations within the freight forwarding industry.
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Good knowledge of export shipment processes, carrier bookings, shipping documentation, and transport coordination.
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Familiarity with export regulations, dangerous goods (DG) requirements, VGM, B/L, and customs documentation.
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Good problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills.
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Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple shipments and meet tight deadlines.
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Good command of English, both written and spoken.
What's in it for you
- Miscellaneous benefits such as dental, hospitalization and others
- Annual Wage Supplement (AWS)
- Training and development
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
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