Logistics & Documents Executive
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: Fresher / Experienced
Salary: ₹15,000 – ₹20,000 per month
Location: Nagpur
Department: Logistics & Operations
Job Description
We are looking for a Logistics & Documents Executive to manage day-to-day logistics operations, shipment coordination, documentation, freight bookings, and communication with suppliers, shipping lines, transporters, CHAs, survey agencies, and internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide regular updates to the Sales Team regarding freight and shipment movements.
- Arrange transportation services and coordinate trucks for pickup from supplier locations.
- Supervise loading and cargo movement at supplier locations.
- Place bag orders after completing the required quality checks.
- Manage ocean and ground transportation operations efficiently.
- Obtain and compare freight quotations from shipping lines and freight forwarders.
- Coordinate and book vessels with leading shipping lines.
- Compare and negotiate freight rates, including freight, documentation, LIFO/FIFO and other applicable charges.
- Coordinate with Customs House Agents (CHA) for cargo unloading, loading, storage and related documentation.
- Ensure cargo is stored properly and maintained in compliant, pest-free conditions.
- Ensure timely VGM filing within prescribed cut-off dates.
- Coordinate with survey agencies and laboratories for quality inspections and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
- Verify freight invoices for India and MTT shipments, wherever applicable.
- Arrange empty container positioning in India and overseas, including pickup transportation.
- Coordinate with carriers regarding vessel and shipment cut-off dates to ensure timely cargo movement.
- Supervise cargo stuffing operations and coordinate quality inspections with surveyors.
- Prepare and submit monthly stock statements on the 30th/31st of every month.
- Maintain proper logistics records, shipment documents and operational reports.
Skills Required
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Basic knowledge of logistics, transportation and shipping operations.
- Good documentation and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to coordinate with multiple vendors and stakeholders.
- Basic knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office.
- Good follow-up and time-management skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced logistics environment.
- Freshers with a willingness to learn are welcome to apply.
Eligibility
- Qualification: Graduate / Diploma in any relevant field.
- Experience: Freshers and experienced candidates can apply.
- Candidates with experience in logistics, shipping, freight forwarding, export-import or documentation will be preferred.
Salary
₹15,000 – ₹20,000 per month, depending on skills and experience.