Shipping Manager

2 weeks ago

Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan Blue Group Of Companies Full time 120,000 - 150,000 per year

Job Title: Shipping Manager (Export)

Location: Lahore, Pakistan (On-site)

Department: Shipping / Logistics

Employment Type: Full-time

Working Hours: 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Salary Range: 120,000 to 150,000

Industry: Packaging

Role Overview

The Shipping Manager will be responsible for managing all international shipping operations (export), with a strong focus on express courier (DHL, FedEx, UPS, etc.) and air cargo exports. The role requires proven experience in end-to-end shipment handling, from documentation to ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-efficient delivery of goods from Pakistan to overseas markets (mainly U.S., U.K., Australia, and Canada).

The ideal candidate must demonstrate hands-on knowledge of export documentation, customs regulations, cargo booking, express courier procedures, global freight compliance and domestic banking documentation/WeBOC etc. as well as strong negotiation skills for optimizing logistics costs.

Key Responsibilities

Export Operations & Shipment Management

  • Plan, organize, and manage daily express courier and cargo shipments for international orders.
  • Arrange bookings with freight forwarders, airlines, shipping lines, and express couriers (DHL, UPS, FedEx, etc.).
  • Ensure proper packaging, labeling, and handling of goods to meet international standards.
  • Track shipments from dispatch to delivery; proactively resolve delays, discrepancies, or compliance issues.
  • Coordinate with production and sales teams to align shipping schedules with order deadlines.

Export Documentation & Compliance

  • Prepare and verify commercial invoices, packing lists, airway bills, bills of lading, certificates of origin, Form-E, export contracts, and insurance certificates.
  • Ensure strict compliance with Pakistan Customs, FBR, TDAP, State Bank E-Form submissions, and importing country regulations.
  • Maintain comprehensive export records for compliance, audits, and reporting.

Freight Handling, Negotiation & Cost Management

  • Negotiate freight rates and contracts with couriers, forwarders, and carriers for both express and cargo shipments.
  • Monitor freight invoices, demurrage/detention charges, and resolve billing discrepancies.
  • Stay updated with tariffs, duties, and global trade regulations; adjust processes to remain compliant.
  • Optimize logistics costs without compromising service quality.

Customer & Stakeholder Coordination

  • Act as the point of contact for shipment-related queries, claims, and escalations.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with couriers, forwarders, shipping agents, and customs officials.

Team & Process Management

  • Supervise and train dispatch/shipping staff on export documentation, customs requirements, and shipment handling.
  • Implement and improve SOPs to maximize efficiency and accuracy in export operations.
  • Ensure adherence to company compliance policies and international standards.

Reporting & KPIs

  • Generate weekly/monthly reports on express and cargo shipments, including:
  • On-time delivery %
  • Cost per shipment (express & cargo)
  • Customs clearance times
  • Duties, taxes, and surcharges
  • Freight claim resolution rates

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's/Master's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 5+ years of proven experience in handling express couriers (DHL, UPS, FedEx) AND air/sea cargo exports.
  • Strong knowledge of Pakistan Customs rules, export procedures, international trade regulations, and INCOTERMS.
  • Hands-on experience coordinating with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and express couriers.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word) and logistics management systems.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

  • Certification in Supply Chain / International Trade (e.g., APICS, FIATA).
  • Experience in managing exports for multiple regions (U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia).
  • Knowledge of import regulations in major export markets.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to Rs150,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

  • The salary on this role is Maximum 150,000 you are agree on this salary ?

Work Location: In person

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