Freight Specialist
job description
An established multinational metal manufacturing company is hiring a Freight Specialist to be based at their regional HQ here in Singapore. This is a new headcount due to the business expansion.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Freight Manager, your main responsibility is to ensure all imported steel bar feedstock needs and traded products as defined through S&
OP process and are delivered in full according to the timeline.
Key Responsibilities:
Help negotiate and arrange shipments, coordinating with forwarders, carriers, and internal teams.
- Assist the Freight Manager with daily tasks, including post-shipment activities and paperwork.
- Track the shipping market and collect data to help with decision-making.
- Help the Freight Manager with sourcing and handling quotes for LCL, FCL, air, and rail shipments.
- Update shipping information in D365 and monitor open shipments.
- Track shipment invoices and request payments.
- Help resolve any claims or disputes during shipments.
- Attend meetings and industry events as needed.
To succeed in this role, you must have strong knowledge in break bulk and container freight.
Key Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Marketing or Business Administration or equivalent.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in freight role
- Break bulk and/or container experience is a must.
- Strong knowledge of shipping process and documentation.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- Only Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Mandarin Speaker as will be liaising with China customers
This company is a market leader and has won numerous awards. They prioritize talent development and employee welfare. If you are equipped with the said skill sets, this is the role for you.
Apply today or email me at [email protected] or call me at +65 6411 0479 to discuss this new opportunity.
Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Hannah Ariffin
JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd
EA License Number:
90C3026
EA Personnel:
R1984070
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