Logistics Coordinator

Job DescriptionWith over two decades of experience, our team at OBT offers a long-standing tradition of shipping and logistics expertise, along with strong connections to a network of leading ship owners, operators, and local logistics specialists. Looking for your next opportunity?The Logistics Assistant manages and oversees customs clearance for sea and air shipments, ensuring smooth import, export, and transshipment processes. Responsibilities include preparing and maintaining shipment documentation, liaising with suppliers, customs, and carriers, tracking shipments, and resolving clearance issues to prevent delays. The role requires knowledge of ICUMS, import/export regulations, and customs compliance, along with strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.Job RequirementsMinimum 1–2 years’ experience in freight forwarding/logisticsStrong knowledge of MAWB/HAWB, air import/export specific documentation, booking processes & airline communicationStrong knowledge of MBL/HBL, sea import/export specific documentation, booking processes & carrier communicationUnderstanding of Incoterms 2020 and basic costingProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work in a fast-paced logistics environment are essentialICUMS experience is a plusJob ResponsibilitiesHandle day-to-day ground operations for sea freight activitiesCoordinate and follow up on customs signatures, clearance procedures, and required port formalitiesSupervise loading and offloading operations at the port/terminal to ensure accuracy, safety, and timely executionMonitor trucking and inland transport, ensuring smooth cargo movement from port to final destinationMaintain continuous communication with customs, carriers, port authorities, truckers, warehouses, and clientsEnsure proper documentation flow and adherence to operational guidelinesReport operational updates, exceptions, and delays promptlyprepare quotations based on customer requirements and company guidelinesprepare booking, shipping instructions, draft BLs and other sea import/export specific documentationcoordinate logistics operations with carriers/Port and other stakeholdersprepare booking, draft AWBs and other air import/export specific documentationcoordinate logistics operations with airlines/Airport and other stakeholdersJob BenefitsProvided tools for work such as laptop and mobile and phone. Exposure to multimodal logistics operations (sea & air).Working at collaborative, growing international company that values efficiency and professionalism.Opportunity to make an impact in a fast-moving industry.