Junior Associate – Shipping Operations at Hayleys Advantis Careers

, , Sri Lanka -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Shipping operations, Freight forwarding, Cargo manifest management, Customs reporting, Customer service, Data analysis, Reporting, MS Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Documentation, Logistics coordination

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

HAYLEYS ADVANTIS LIMITED Advantis is a diversified transportation and logistics provider, with over six decades of experience and operations spread across Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, the Maldives, Myanmar, Singapore, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Backed by the blue-chip multinational conglomerate Hayleys PLC, Advantis is at the forefront of the transportation and logistics industries, globally, providing end-to-end solutions covering Integrated Logistics, Projects and Engineering, Marine and Energy, International Freight Management and Travel and Aviation. MIT GLOBAL SOLUTIONS Established in 2016 in Sri Lanka, MIT Global Solutions - a direct subsidiary of Advantis, also known as Aster - is a trusted provider of Business Process Outsourcing solutions to both local and international clients. The company specializes in Freight Forwarding, Shipping, Finance, Human Resources, and Process Consultancy. With a team bringing over 20 years of industry experience, Aster delivers enhanced operational capability, efficiency, and value to its clients. JUNIOR ASSOCIATE - SHIPPING / FREIGHT FORWARDING OPERATIONS Job Description * Respond to customer inquiries via phone and email; send accurate cargo arrival notices promptly. * Finalize inward cargo manifests and coordinate with Main Line Operators for customs reporting. * Identify special cargo types (e.g., trans shipments, groupage) and notify relevant parties to avoid extra charges. * Update cargo systems, generate and issue delivery orders upon receipt and verification of required documents or payments. * Submit cargo details to Sri Lanka Customs and Ports Authority on time to ensure smooth cargo clearance. * Maintain proper filing of delivery orders, bank guarantees, and related documents. * Deliver documents/payments to port/customs when required. * Support additional tasks assigned by management. Qualifications * Undergraduate or graduate in Supply Chain and Logistics from CINEC, SLIIT, KDU or an equivalent institution. * Minimum of 6 passes at GCE O/L, including a "C" grade in Mathematics. * Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with strong data analysis and reporting skills. * Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining high levels of accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Hayleys is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

The Junior Associate will manage cargo manifests, coordinate with operators for customs reporting, and ensure timely submission of cargo details to authorities. They are also responsible for responding to customer inquiries and maintaining accurate documentation for delivery orders and bank guarantees.