Operation Executive (Sea Export)

We are looking for an experienced Sea Export Operations Executive with strong knowledge in handling export operations from GCC countries, especially Saudi Arabia and Dubai. The candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end export shipments, including booking with carriers, coordinating cargo pick-up, completing export customs procedures, and ensuring smooth communication with customers and shipping lines.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Export Operations

• Handle complete

  Sea Export operations

  from booking to final vessel sailing.
• Could you make bookings with shipping carriers and co-loaders according to customer requirements?
• Arrange

  cargo pickup

  , coordination with transporters & warehouse teams.
• Ensure accurate documentation for each export shipment (BL draft, invoice, packing list, etc.).

Customs & Compliance

• Coordinate and process

  export customs formalities

  and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GCC export regulations, especially for

  Saudi Arabia & Dubai

  .
• Maintain accuracy in documentation required for export clearance.

Coordination & Communication

• Act as the primary point of contact for customers for shipment updates.
• Coordinate with shipping lines, freight carriers, transporters, and CHA.
• Ensure timely updates to clients regarding booking status, sailing schedules, and delivery timelines.

Documentation & Follow-up

• Prepare shipping documents, including draft BL, DO, and customs-related documents.
• Verify SI (Shipping Instructions) and coordinate for BL release.
• Maintain shipment records and update the internal ERP/CRM systems.
• Follow up with shipping lines for schedules, rates, and shipment confirmations.

Operational Efficiency

• Monitor cargo movement, ensure deadlines are met, and resolve operational issues.
• Maintain proper communication with internal departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure all documentation is filed and recorded as per company standards.

Requirements:

• Minimum

  2+ years of experience

  in Sea Export Operations (mandatory).

• Experience handling export shipments from GCC countries

  , especially

  Saudi Arabia & Dubai

  (highly preferred).
• Strong knowledge of:
• Carrier bookings
• Export customs processes
• BL preparation
• Coordination with shipping lines
• Export documentation
• Excellent communication & customer coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle pressure during peak shipment periods.
• Experience in a

  freight forwarding company

  is mandatory.