Shipping Operations Executive
Company: Advance Express Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
Job Title: Shipping Operations Executive
Location: Colombo Port City
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the complete import and export shipping process, including booking, documentation, customs cut-off, loading, and cargo release.
- Coordinate with shipping lines, shipping agents, port authorities, and customs brokers in Sri Lanka.
- Monitor vessel schedules, cargo arrivals, customs clearance, and delivery status.
- Resolve operational issues such as rolled cargo, document amendments, detention, demurrage, vessel delays, and documentation discrepancies.
- Verify freight charges, port fees, container charges, and prepare billing for finance.
- Prepare and review shipping documents, including Bills of Lading, manifests, port release documents, and customs documents.
- Ensure smooth cargo movement from arrival through container pickup and final delivery.
- Maintain compliance with Colombo Port procedures and local shipping regulations.
Qualifications and Experience
- Proven hands-on experience in Sri Lanka's shipping or maritime industry, with solid knowledge of Colombo Port operations.
- Strong experience in import/export ocean freight operations, shipping documentation, and booking procedures.
- Familiar with container types, detention/demurrage rules, and local shipping agency practices.
- Able to independently resolve operational issues and communicate effectively with local service providers.
- Detail-oriented, responsible, and proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Experience in cross-border logistics is preferred.
Email: hr@iisc365.com