Talent.com
Shipping head

Shipping head

ConfidentialMumbai, India
8 days ago
Job description

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Shipping Execution

  • Oversee entire export shipping cycle from factory loading to final BL issuance.
  • Plan and schedule container dispatches in coordination with the factory, purchase, and

warehouse teams.

  • Coordinate with shipping lines, CHA, transporters, and freight forwarders for smooth

    • cargo movement and customs clearance.

  • Ensure accurate container stuffing, sealing, and documentation as per order and

    • destination requirements.

  • Verify and approve shipping instructions, draft BLs, invoices, and packing lists before

    • submission.

  • Track each shipment through vessel cut-offs, sailing, and BL release.
  • Maintain shipment trackers, status updates, and ensure all timelines are met.

    • Team & Vendor Management

  • Lead the shipping and documentation team, ensuring discipline, accuracy, and follow-

    • through.

  • Negotiate freight rates and vessel space with forwarders and shipping lines.
  • Ensure proper coordination with CHA and transporters for customs clearance and timely

    • gate-in.

  • Review and approve freight invoices, debit / credit notes, and vendor payments.

    • Compliance & Reporting

  • Monitor and control detention, demurrage, and freight cost efficiency.
  • Maintain MIS reports on freight rates, shipment performance, and vendor evaluation.
  • Resolve any operational issues and ensure zero delays in dispatch or documentation.

    • Candidate Profile

  • Education : Graduate / Postgraduate in Commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain, or International

    • Trade.

  • Experience : 8–15 years in export shipping / logistics, with minimum 3 years in a senior / lead

    • role.

  • Industry Preference : Export houses, FMCG trading companies, or freight forwarding firms.
  • Must Have : Proven experience managing factory-to-BL operations.

    • Core Skills

  • End-to-end export operations (factory loading BL issuance)
  • CHA & shipping line coordination
  • Container booking & vessel planning
  • Freight negotiation and cost management
  • Export documentation accuracy (Invoice, PL, SI, BL)
  • Leadership, multitasking, and problem-solving
  • MS Excel / Google Sheets proficiency

    • Traits & Work Style

  • Hands-on, proactive, and process-driven
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Calm under pressure and tight deadlines
  • Detail-oriented with ownership mindset
  • Excellent follow-up and vendor coordination

    • Role : Head - Logistics / SCM

    Industry Type : Import & Export

    Department : Procurement & Supply Chain

    Employment Type : Full Time, Permane

    Skills Required

    Ms Excel, google sheets

    Create a job alert for this search

    Head • Mumbai, India