Job Description

Position: Executive – Freight Forwarding Operations
Department: Freight Forwarding – Sea Operations
Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Experience: 2–5 years
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Freight Forwarding Operations Executive to manage and coordinate sea freight export/import operations from Chennai. The candidate should have valuable knowledge of shipping documentation, coordination with shipping lines, customers, CHA, transporters, and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

- Handle end-to-end sea freight forwarding operations for import/export shipments.

- Coordinate with shipping lines, customers, CHA, transporters, and overseas agents.

- Handle booking, shipment tracking, vessel schedules, and documentation.

- Prepare and verify shipping documents such as Bill of Lading, Shipping Bill, invoices, packing lists, and arrival notices.

- Coordinate for container movement, stuffing, clearance, and timely shipment delivery.

- Follow up on vessel schedules, cut-off dates, ETD/ETA, and shipment status.

- Ensure timely submission of documentation and accurate data entry.

- Resolve operational issues and coordinate with relevant teams for smooth shipment movement.





- Maintain proper shipment records and update customers regularly.

- Coordinate with internal sales, documentation, accounts, and customer service teams.

- Ensure compliance with company procedures and applicable shipping regulations.

RequirementsCandidate Requirements

- Graduate in any discipline; qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or International Trade will be an advantage.

- 2–5 years of experience in sea freight forwarding operations.

- Good understanding of import/export procedures and shipping documentation.

- Knowledge of shipping lines, container operations, port procedures, and freight forwarding processes.

- Good communication, coordination, follow-up, and problem-solving skills.

- Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and email communication.

- Candidates with experience in Chennai port/sea freight operations will be preferred.

Key Skills

Sea Freight Operations | Export/Import | Freight Forwarding | Shipping Documentation | Bill of Lading | Container Coordination | Shipping Lines | Port Operations | Customer Coordination | Shipment Tracking

BenefitsSalary - 25000 - 30000

Interested candidates may share their resumes on (phone hidden) or at [email protected]

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