Shipping Specialist

We are seeking a Shipping Specialist to join our Logistics team in Singapore.

As a Shipping Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with customs regulations, managing shipments, and coordinating with internal and external teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance and Updates: Stay up-to-date with changes in customs laws and regulations, advising internal teams on any impact to operations. Conduct regular audits of shipping and customs procedures, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Customs Documentation and Compliance: Perform tariff classification, ensure correct customs documentation for imports and exports, and submit necessary permits via TradeNet/Crimsonlogic.
• Shipment Handling and Packaging: Ensure all shipments are properly packaged, labelled, and ready for dispatch according to company and regulatory standards.
• Collaboration with Internal and External Teams: Work closely with logistics, finance, and other departments to ensure smooth operations and compliance with customs requirements.
• Shipping Tracking and Monitoring: Track all shipments from initiation to delivery, resolving any issues or delays promptly.
• Customs-related Audits and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of customs-related activities and documentation, ensuring proper audit trails.
• Cost Management: Review freight costs, packing material costs, and other logistic costs, and perform cost tracking and analysis.
• Ad-hoc Tasks: Perform any other tasks or projects assigned by your superior.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Supply Chain or Business-related studies
• 3-5 years of experience in shipping, logistics, and customs affairs or related fields
• SC401 customs declarant certification is a plus
• Experience working with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and third-party logistics providers is preferred
• Familiarity with TradeNet/Crimsonlogic platforms for permit applications
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with solid data analysis capabilities
• Fluent in English and Mandarin
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off policy
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Legal assistance
• Supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Well-being initiatives
• Peer-to-peer recognition programs