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.

Skills:

• MS Office (Advanced Excel required)
• Freight forwarding systems and shipment tracking tools
• Strong knowledge of global freight forwarding regulations
• IATA DGR and IMDG Code understanding
• 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

Job Requirements:

• 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).