Job Description: Operations Associate
Location: Chennai, India
Experience: 2 - 5 years in Freight Forwarding preferably US Exports
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Operations associate who is well versed in Export/ Import freight forwarding operations to join our Silq’s team. The primary focus of this role will be to keep the in-house app up to date with information pertaining to the end to end lifecycle of a shipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient update of rates, track and trace updates and ensure data quality and integrity.
Responsibilities:
● Monitor the entire lifecycle of the shipment and perform timely updates in the in-house application within stipulated Service Level Agreement.
● Work with account management to launch new customer projects in the SILQ application and maintain client-specific SOPs for service delivery.
● Prepare and process shipping documentation, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, and export/import declarations.
● Track shipments in real-time and keep clients informed of their cargo's status.
● Manage import/export processes, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations.
● Maintain accurate records of all shipments and related documentation.
● Responsible for testing new app features in User Acceptance Testing.
● Assist with customs clearance procedures and address any issues that may arise.
● Stay up-to-date on industry trends and changes in regulations.
Qualifications:
● Graduate with minimum of 2-5 years of experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or a related field.
● Strong understanding of international trade procedures and customs regulations.
● Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
● Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
● Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
● US Trade Lane knowledge & familiarity with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) regulations is preferred
● Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
PERKS/BENEFITS:
- Incentive pay paid halfyearly
- Quarterly awards
- Health Insurance - Hospitalization and OPD
- Insurance Policy - Term and Accident coverage
- Wellness Benefit
- Paid Leave
- Team Lunches
Most importantly: You get to work through the most interesting phase of building a company - the beginning!