Senior Ocean Freight Coordinator - International Logistics; East Operations

Employer:

LMM Enterprise Ltd. (Operating as Packaging Depot)

Job Location:

Coquitlam, British Columbia

Wage: $36.60 to $40.00 hourly (to be negotiated)

Hours:

30 to 40 hours per week

Employment Type:

Permanent, Full-time

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Vacancies: 1

Languages:

English

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate required,
Post-secondary education in logistics, supply chain, or a related field is considered an asset

• 3 to 5 years of experience in ocean freight forwarding or international logistics, including coordination of FCL and LCL shipments, carrier bookings, and export documentation

• Freight forwarding company
• Logistics and transportation services

• Manage end-to-end coordination of international ocean freight shipments (FCL and LCL)
• Arrange booking of cargo with ocean carriers and monitor shipping schedules
• Prepare and review shipping documentation, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, and packing lists
• Liaise with overseas agents, customs brokers, and clients to ensure efficient cargo movement
• Track shipments and proactively resolve delays, routing issues, and port congestion
• Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations and customs procedures
• Coordinate inland transportation and final delivery arrangements
• Maintain detailed shipment records and provide regular operational updates to clients
• Support development and coordination of expanding international trade lanes

• Work involves coordination across multiple international time zones
• Position includes coordination of shipments to East African markets, including Kenya and Tanzania, as part of the company?s international logistics operations
• Role involves managing shipments involving emerging markets with complex logistics and documentation requirements

• Minimum 3?5 years of relevant experience in ocean freight forwarding or international logistics
• Strong knowledge of FCL/LCL shipping processes and global trade routes
• Experience preparing export documentation and coordinating customs clearance
• Experience coordinating international freight operations across multiple regions
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills