Executive, Ocean Import Operations

Executive - Ocean Import Operations

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end ocean import shipments from pre-alert receipt to final delivery.
• Coordinate with overseas agents, shipping lines, customs brokers, transporters, and internal teams.
• Monitor shipment milestones, vessel arrivals, documentation, and delivery timelines.
• Ensure timely filing of Import General Manifest (IGM), Bill of Entry coordination, and other relevant documentation.
• Track and resolve shipment delays, documentation discrepancies, and operational exceptions.
• Verify shipping documents, including Bills of Lading, invoices, packing lists, and arrival notices.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations, statutory requirements, and internal SOPs.
• Coordinate customs clearance and ensure timely submission of required documents.
• Monitor detention, demurrage, and other avoidable shipment-related costs.
• Provide timely shipment updates and proactively address customer queries.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure smooth cargo movement.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and ensure timely closure of operational activities.
• Meet defined operational KPIs, customer SLAs, and productivity targets.
• Ensure accurate and timely system updates, billing inputs, and shipment documentation.
• Identify process gaps and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Specific technologies and tools are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text.