Freight Forwarding Assistant Manager

• Coordinate with customs brokers, carriers, warehouses, and internal teams to ensure smooth shipment execution and timely delivery.
• Oversee shipping documentation including bills of lading, customs declarations, shipping instructions, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor shipment status, proactively resolve issues or delays, and provide regular updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Assist in negotiating freight rates and service contracts with carriers and logistics partners.
• Lead, train, and supervise freight forwarding staff to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with company policies.
• Ensure adherence to international trade regulations, customs laws, and internal operating procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, costs, and operational performance, and contribute to reporting and process improvement initiatives.

Step into a leadership role driving operations, service, and team growth.Gain exposure to an international freight forwarding

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, International Trade, or a related field (or equivalent vocational training with relevant experience).
• At least 5 years of solid experience in freight forwarding, shipping, or logistics, with proven exposure to similar roles or responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of international freight forwarding operations, customs clearance, and transportation regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and freight management systems.
• Strong communication skills in English and the ability to manage multiple shipments under pressure.
• Willingness to work on-site in McKinley, Taguig City.

• 5-10 years of total industry experience within freight forwarding or logistics.
• Experience leading or supervising operational teams.
• Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness.
• Excellent reporting, planning, and time management abilities.
• Market knowledge and the ability to build strong client and vendor relationships.

Our client is a well-established logistics and freight forwarding organization providing end-to-end transportation and supply chain solutions to a diverse client base.

A leadership-track role with hands-on exposure to international freight forwarding operations.

Opportunity to work with experienced logistics professionals in a collaborative team environment.

Competitive compensation aligned with experience and industry standards.

Career growth opportunities within a stable and expanding logistics organization.

A role that values operational excellence, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.