Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, verify, and finalize Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Shippers Letter of Instruction (SLI), Certificates of Origin and Marine Insurance.
- Submit and manage SI (Shipper’s Instructions) on liner portals, draft and issue House/Master Bills of Lading and handle Switch BL or amendment requests.
- Process and file shipping bills and related documents via portals like ICEGATE, E-Sanchit or EDI systems.
- Handle bank negotiations and L/C strict documentation terms if applicable to the shipment.
- Coordinate closely with shipping lines, co-loaders, Custom House Agents (CHAs) and transporters for container bookings, cut-off times and gate-ins.
- Liaise with overseas agents or offices to send pre-alerts, arrival notices and handle destination requirements.
- Communicate regularly with clients regarding shipment status, container tracking and documentation milestones
- Troubleshoot customs holds, discrepancies in weight/measurements, or delayed paper releases to avoid port penalties.
- Screen parties against restricted/sanctioned guidelines where applicable.
- Support the finance/billing team with freight invoicing, vendor accruals, and cost-booking entries in the ERP/forwarding system.
Education and experience:
- Any Graduate or Postgraduate with a degree in Logistics, Supply chain and commerce
- 7 to 12 years of experience in Ocean freight forwarding or export operations.
Crane Worldwide Logistics is a leader in supply chain solutions with over 130 locations across 30 countries providing individual services that address our client's logistics challenges.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Recruitment Agency Policy
At Crane Worldwide Logistics we manage all hiring directly and do not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies or search firms. Agencies must not contact our employees or managers directly with candidate details.
Where recruitment support is required, we will engage trusted partners through a formal written agreement. We will not be liable for be liable for any associated placement fees for any CVs received without such an agreement.
We appreciate your cooperation in respecting this policy.
