Assistant Manager, Freighting

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Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Negotiate for the most competitive rates and source optimal shipping solution to maximize potential earnings to fulfill the containerized shipments requirement to destination markets.
• Responsible for supporting refineries operation in planning and executing efficient transportation from the point of origin to the point of discharge via sea modes whilst meeting customer requirements in a timely, cost-effective manner.
• To ensure the maintenance of new and existing SDO Centralized Freighting Standard Operating Procedures(“SOP”) together with Business Units (“BUs”)/Process Owners as well as to ensure the SOPs are streamlined to Group Policies.
• Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, imports or exports or customer issues as and when required and carry out continuous improvement initiatives and identify inefficiencies and cost optimization opportunities.
• Efficient data analysis working with Group Digital team to generate reports on freight spend, top destinations and service provider management.
• Updating Container Movement Datasheet, Monthly Freight List, Containerized Market Outlook, providing reports, as and when needed.
• Other duties as required by the company.

Job Requirements

• Preferably a degree holder in any maritime discipline or professional qualifications in shipping, transportation or any logistics and supply-chain discipline.
• Preferably possess a minimum of 6-7 years’ experience as a Shipper in container freighting/freight forwarders/shipment planning/operation activities and other logistics discipline in a manufacturing environment.
• Well versed in technical related to logistics such as import/export and customs regulations.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Incoterms contract terms and detailed understanding of export and import documentations & procedures.

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role.