Shipping Supervisor

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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Shipping Supervisor located in Prai or Batu Kawan, Penang.

Plans, schedules, and routes in-bound and out-bound domestic and international shipments of freight, using knowledge of postal regulations, tariffs and company policies.

What a typical day looks like:

• Checking the possibility of the order fulfillment based on the available resources (materials, employees, equipment’s etc.), confirmation of the order.

• Preparation of production plans, input of planning data into the integrated computer system of the company, notification of the purchasing group.

• Monitoring, control of implementation of plans, starting necessary actions in case of deviations

• Preparation of long-term plans, forecasts (MPS, Forecast).

• Monitoring of system accuracy in daily/weekly bases /General Item data, routing, BOM, CFT data /non-consumed demand, planned WO's.

• Preparing of Clean to build reports, checking the material availability, replanning if necessary, informing of order desk, ECO implementation tracing.

• Monitoring of stock level, handling of stock differences.

• Preparing management and CFT specificized reports, monitoring of KPI's.

• Giving assistance, replacement in certain cases to SCM and Order desk within the CFT.

• Advises non-exempt associates regarding day-to-day priority of customer requests.

• Monitors and proactively addresses issues that impact performance to committed ship date (CS

• May direct others in expediting export correspondence, bid requests, and credit collections. 

• Arranges shipping details such as export licenses, customs declarations, and packing, shipping, and routing of product. Monitors export license and compliance. 

• Investigates and recommends transportation and freight costs as well as appropriate routing and carriers to be used. 

• Provides cost effective, efficient and traceable movement of company products both in-bound and out-bound. 

• Expedites import-export arrangements and maintains current information on import-export tariffs, licenses, and restrictions. 

• Audits freight bills and prepares and negotiates claims 

• Interprets laws, rules and regulations regarding shipping and prepares applications for import/export control certifications and licenses. 

• Schedules company vehicles for service and normal maintenance checks and is in charge for ensuring that all are registered and have the proper insurance. 

• Ensures all drivers are qualified and have the proper licenses. 

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience and training.

• Typically requires 2-3 years of related experience. Supervision experience preferred.

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

• Medical benefits, dental, vision

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Performance Bonus

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Job Category

Global Procurement & Supply Chain

Required Skills:

Optional Skills:

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