We’re Hiring | Sea Freight Coordinator
üìç Location: Amman, Jordan
üè¢ Company: City Shipping Logistics
City Shipping Logistics is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Sea Freight Coordinator to join our team and support our growing freight forwarding operations.
The ideal candidate will have practical experience in sea freight import and export operations, with a solid understanding of international shipping procedures, documentation and coordination with shipping lines, overseas agents, clients, and customs clearance teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage sea freight import and export shipments from booking through final delivery.
- Handle shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading (B/L), commercial invoices, packing lists, shipping instructions, arrival notices and delivery orders.
- Coordinate with shipping lines, overseas agents, clients, customs brokers and transport teams to ensure smooth shipment execution.
- Follow up on vessel schedules, ETD/ETA updates, transshipments, delays and shipment status.
- Prepare and verify shipping instructions and ensure Bills of Lading are issued accurately and on time.
- Monitor documentation deadlines, vessel cut-off times and cargo closing dates.
- Follow up on import and export customs clearance requirements and coordinate the submission of the necessary documents.
- Track shipments and proactively communicate updates, delays or operational issues to clients and relevant stakeholders.
- Coordinate with the operations and transport teams regarding cargo collection, port handling and final delivery arrangements.
- Review freight quotations, shipping costs and related charges, ensuring accuracy before sharing them with clients or the finance team.
- Maintain accurate shipment files, records and operational reports.
- Resolve day-to-day operational issues and ensure shipments are handled in accordance with client requirements and company procedures.
Requirements
- Previous experience in sea freight forwarding, preferably in an operational & documentation role.
- Good knowledge of import and export procedures and international shipping documentation.
- Familiarity with Bills of Lading, Incoterms, shipping instructions and containerized cargo operations.
- Experience communicating with shipping lines, overseas agents, and customers.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and proactively resolve operational challenges.
What We’re Looking For
A proactive and reliable professional who takes ownership of shipments, pays attention to documentation accuracy, follows up consistently, and understands the importance of delivering efficient and dependable logistics services.
üì© How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to send their CV to m.maqableh@city-shipping.comor apply directly through LinkedIn.
Join City Shipping Logistics and become part of a team committed to delivering reliable logistics solutions.
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