Booking Executive – Shipping Operations
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About the Role
Ariana Shipping Line LLC is seeking a Booking Executive to manage shipment booking activities, coordinate with shipping lines and freight forwarders, and ensure timely and accurate booking arrangements.
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Responsibilities
- Handle import and export shipment bookings with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and overseas agents
- Receive and process booking requests from customers and internal departments
- Prepare and submit booking details including cargo information, container requirements, and destination details
- Coordinate with shipping lines to confirm space availability, vessel schedules, and cut off times
- Monitor shipment schedules and update booking status regularly
- Arrange container, RoRo, and vehicle shipment bookings as required
- Handle booking amendments, cancellations, rollovers, and schedule changes
- Liaise with overseas agents and shipping partners regarding shipment requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
- 3 5 years of experience in shipping, freight forwarding, logistics, or booking operations
- Experience dealing with shipping lines and international shipments preferred
- Knowledge of import/export procedures and shipping documentation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
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Job Summary
- The Booking Executive is responsible for managing shipment booking activities, coordinating with shipping lines, freight forwarders, overseas agents, customers, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate booking arrangements.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle import and export shipment bookings with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and overseas agents.
- Receive and process booking requests from customers and internal departments.
- Prepare and submit booking details, including cargo information, container requirements, vehicle details, weight, volume, and destination details.
- Coordinate with shipping lines to confirm space availability, vessel schedules, sailing dates, and cut off times.
- Follow up on booking confirmations and ensure timely communication with customers and relevant parties.
- Monitor shipment schedules and update booking status regularly.
- Coordinate with operations, transport teams, warehouses, and customers to ensure cargo readiness before shipment deadlines.
- Arrange container, RoRo, and vehicle shipment bookings as required.
- Prepare and maintain booking records, reports, and shipment tracking details.
- Handle booking amendments, cancellations, rollovers, and schedule changes when required.
- Ensure all booking information is accurate to avoid shipment delays or documentation issues.
- Liaise with overseas agents and shipping partners regarding shipment requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3 5 years of experience in shipping, freight forwarding, logistics, or booking operations.
- Experience dealing with shipping lines and international shipments is preferred.
- Knowledge of import/export procedures and shipping documentation is an advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Knowledge of ocean freight booking procedures.
- Familiarity with shipping terms, vessel schedules, and container operations.
- Strong communication and coordination skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple bookings and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Experience with shipping systems, ERP, or logistics software is an advantage.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment and solve operational issues efficiently.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage as per UAE regulations.
- Annual paid leave entitlement.
- Return air ticket to home country upon eligible annual leave.
Work Location
- In person
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