Documentation Specialist (Import / Export)
Work Location & Hours
Work Location:
Central / Downtown Core (Within
5 minutes' walking distance
from
Raffles Place MRT
)
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday,
9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
(Enjoy a smoother morning commute!)
As a Documentation Specialist, you will manage the full spectrum of import/export shipping documentation and coordination to ensure smooth customs clearance and timely delivery. Your key responsibilities include:
Documentation Preparation:
Prepare, check, and process complete sets of shipping documents, including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Bill of Lading (B/L)and customs declaration forms.
Shipment Coordination:
Liaise closely with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and carriers for booking, freight rates, and vessel schedules.
Customs Clearance & Compliance:
Coordinate import/export customs declarations and permits. Resolve any shipment delays or customs issues proactively.
Letter of Credit (L/C):
(If applicable) Review and handle Letter of Credit transactions, ensuring strictly "clean" documents for bank negotiation and timely collection of payment.
Data & Record Management:
Maintain systematic filing of all trade contracts, shipping documents, and invoices. Ensure accurate data entry into the ERP/internal system.
Cross-functional Communication:
Coordinate with Sales, Procurement, Warehouse, and Finance teams to align on shipment schedules and payment statuses.
## Job Requirements
Education:
Diploma or Degree in International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of experience in shipping documentation or freight forwarding.
Prior hands-on experience in full-set import and export procedures is highly preferred.
Key Skills:
Strong knowledge of international trade procedures, Incoterms, and customs regulations.
Familiarity with Letter of Credit (L/C) applications and banking documentation processes is an added advantage.
Language Proficiency:
Excellent command of written and spoken English . Ability to communicate in a second language (Mandarin) to liaise with overseas suppliers/vendors is a plus.
Technical Skills:
Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and experienced with ERP or freight management systems.
Attributes:
Exceptional attention to detail (highly meticulous), well-organized, and able to work independently under tight deadlines.