Manager - International Freight and Clearing

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise international shipments from origin collection to final destination delivery.
• Manage daily and weekly freight execution priorities across all modes (air, sea, land).
• Monitor shipment milestones and track orders using operational tracking systems and internal tools.
• Coordinate with Compliance, Clearance, Insurance, Warehouse, and Procurement teams to ensure smooth cargo flow.
• Manage freight flows for perishables, temperature‑controlled cargo, dangerous goods, cosmetics, pharmaceutical products, and trading commodities.
• Ensure correct handling of regulated cargo in compliance with IATA DGR, IMDG Code, and applicable transport regulations.
• Monitor and report freight costs and support cost benchmarking initiatives.
• Ensure shipping documents are accurate, complete, and properly filed.
• Research and implement cost‑effective routing and consolidation strategies.
• Conduct operational audits to ensure shipment compliance and risk mitigation.
• Organize training sessions related to freight procedures, regulated cargo handling, and documentation control.
• Maintain organized records of shipments, routes, service providers, and completed transactions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, trade regulations, and shipping legislation.
• Stay up to date with international freight regulations and safety standards.

• MS Office, Advanced Excel required.
• Freight forwarding systems and shipment tracking tools.
• Strong knowledge of global freight forwarding regulations, IATA DGR, and IMDG Code.
• Cold chain logistics knowledge.
• Customs documentation and import/export compliance.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Vendor and service provider management.
• Negotiation skills.
• Stress and time management.
• Developing and motivating employees.
• Delegation and supervision skills.

• Recognized degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 8–12 years of experience in international freight forwarding operations.
• Proven experience handling multimodal freight (air, sea, land), dangerous goods shipments, food & beverage perishables, temperature‑controlled cargo, cosmetics and pharmaceutical products, trading and commercial import flows.
• Professional certifications preferred (FIATA, CILT, IATA DG, CSCP, PMP).