Operations Executive - US Ocean Import (FCL & LCL)
Expedock
Operations
Philippines
Posted on Nov 26, 2025
About Expedock
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About the Client
Our client is a US-based logistics provider recognized for delivering reliable, efficient, and customer-focused supply chain solutions. With years of experience in domestic and international freight, they support shippers through smart processes, responsive communication, and modern operational tools. Their services cover a wide range of logistics needs, ensuring that every shipment is handled with accuracy, transparency, and care.
What You'll Do:
- Pre-Arrival Coordination & Arrival Notice Management
- Receive pre-alert/shipment documents from origin offices or overseas agents.
- Follow up with steamship lines for ISF confirmation, Arrival Notice, and freight invoices.
- Review all charges (ocean freight, origin costs, documentation fees, amendments, etc.) and prepare accurate Arrival Notice billing.
- Issue Arrival Notice + invoice to the consignee/broker minimum 7 days prior to vessel arrival (or immediately for late vessels) to ensure timely payment and avoid delays.
- Customs Clearance & Last Free Day (LFD) Management
- Coordinate with customs broker for clearance status and resolve any holds (exam, AMS, PGA, etc.).
- Track Last Free Day for both demurrage (storage) and detention (container use) daily.
- Proactively send LFD alerts and reminders to consignee/broker starting 7 days before LFD, then 3 days, 2 days, and daily countdown once inside 48 hours.
- Escalate to management when consignee is unresponsive or LFD is at risk.
- Delivery Coordination & Trucking Arrangement
- Arrange delivery with truckers once cargo is cleared and available (or on wheels if live unload).
- Coordinate with consignee/broker on delivery appointments, special requirements (liftgate, inside delivery, etc.).
- Handle any delivery exceptions (refused cargo, storage orders, redelivery fees) and ensure additional costs are approved and billed to consignee.
- Container Return Monitoring & Detention/Per Diem Management
- Monitor empty container return status daily after delivery.
- Follow up with consignee/trucker for proof of empty return before detention clock expires.
- Calculate and bill any detention/per diem charges incurred due to late return; ensure payment is collected from consignee (never absorbed by us unless pre-approved).
- Dispute incorrect carrier detention invoices when applicable.
- File Closure, Cost Reconciliation & Customer Communication
- Reconcile final carrier and vendor invoices against quoted/billed amounts.
- Issue any debit notes for additional charges (detention, demurrage, exam fees, waiting time, etc.) and follow up for payment.
- Obtain proof of delivery, close file in system, upload all final documents, and release final invoice to customer.
- Act as single point of contact for consignee throughout the shipment: provide proactive status updates, answer queries, resolve issues, and ensure complete customer satisfaction.
What You Need:
- 2–4 years experience in Ocean Import Operations (FCL & LCL required)
- Strong understanding of US import procedures including ISF, AMS, PGA holds, customs clearance, demurrage, and detention
- Hands-on coordination experience with steamship lines, customs brokers, truckers, and overseas agents
- Ability to track and manage Last Free Day (LFD) for both demurrage and detention
- Experience handling delivery appointments, trucking arrangements, delivery exceptions, and cost approvals
- Proficiency in freight forwarding systems/TMS
- Amenable to working the night shift (US - EST time zone)
- Comfortable with having their productivity monitored through tools like Insightful
- Excellent communication skills and a strong customer service mindset
- High attention to detail and ability to handle multiple files in a fast-paced environment