The Shipping Planner is responsible for coordinating all export shipments, truck loading activities, Post Goods Issue (PGI) processing, and outbound warehouse operations. The primary objective of this role is to ensure an efficient, accurate, and timely outbound shipping process while meeting customer requirements and company performance goals.
Coordinate and oversee all outbound shipping activities.
Ensure shipping capacity is optimized based on customer requirements, forwarder instructions, order priorities, and production schedules.
Support the outbound team by providing timely shipping information, system guidance, and training as needed.
Coordinate shipment consolidation and arrange trailer bookings with freight forwarders.
Communicate transportation instructions for direct shipments to the Sales & Distribution (S&D) department based on customer and forwarder requirements.
Organize trailer scheduling and loading plans to meet shipping demands.
Monitor and track shipment information through SAP, SFC, and other reporting systems.
Ensure all required shipping documentation is complete, accurate, and received on time, including:
Signed Transfer Orders (TO)
CMR documents
Certificates of Completion
Loading records
Other required shipping documentation
Verify all shipment documentation and loading information after truck loading is complete.
Process accurate and timely PGI transactions in SAP.
Prepare and distribute daily shipping plans and shipped reports.
Maintain daily communication with freight forwarders and customers' logistics teams regarding:
Shipping schedules
Loading details
Shipment status
Rescheduling requests
Pre-alerts and shipment notifications
Work closely with Production, Sales & Distribution, Warehouse, and other departments to achieve operational objectives.
Analyze shipping issues, resolve operational challenges, and coordinate with relevant teams to implement effective solutions.
Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance outbound operations and customer service.
Previous experience in logistics, shipping, warehouse operations, or supply chain.
Experience with export shipping operations is preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Good analytical, logical, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Dependable, accountable, and customer-service oriented.
Working knowledge of SAP.
Strong leadership, coordination, and organizational skills.
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Basic knowledge of customs and export documentation is preferred.
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