The Senior Export Logistics Coordinator will be responsible for managing the end-to-end export process for fresh produce, primarily avocados, ensuring efficient, safe, and timely delivery to global markets from order confirmation to final delivery. This role requires expertise in logistics and international trade within a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the entire export process, ensuring timely and compliant shipment of goods.
- Coordinate internally among sales, finance, and production teams to align order processing and dispatch schedules.
- Work closely with packhouse teams to ensure products adhere to required quality and grading standards before export.
- Liaise with government authorities to secure all necessary export permits, phytosanitary certificates, and certificates of origin.
- Prepare and verify essential export documentation, including invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and customs declarations.
- Engage with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and transport providers to arrange shipments, negotiate rates, and monitor delivery progress.
- Ensure strict compliance with international trade laws, customs requirements, and company export policies.
- Maintain cold chain integrity throughout the logistics process, critical for perishable goods.
- Communicate proactively with clients regarding shipment updates, documentation status, and payment follow-ups.
- Track and report on logistics performance, identifying and addressing any delays or inefficiencies promptly.
- Review and reconcile freight invoices, customs charges, and related expenses.
Qualifications and Skills Overview
Candidates should be proactive, detail-oriented professionals ready to take ownership of complex export operations. Essential qualifications include a relevant Bachelor's degree, relevant experience in export logistics, and strong knowledge of trade regulations and documentation.