Assistant Manager Logistics
Mughal Iron & Steel Industries Limited is seeking an experienced and commercially strong Assistant Manager Logistics to manage end-to-end sea-freight operations and ensure the timely, compliant, and cost-effective movement of cargo.
Key responsibilities include shipment booking, freight forwarding, vessel chartering, coordination with shipping lines, vessel owners, brokers, freight forwarders, port/vessel agents, and close monitoring of vessel schedules, ETAs/ETDs, port operations, loading/discharge activities, and shipment documentation.
The role will also oversee freight negotiations, charter rates, port charges, demurrage, detention, logistics cost control, record maintenance, operational issue resolution, risk mitigation, and compliance with international shipping regulations, port requirements, contractual obligations, and Company policies.
Candidate Profile
Pakistan-based professional with preferably 8 years of relevant experience; candidates with 5–7 years may also apply.
Hands-on experience in sea-freight logistics, shipment booking, freight forwarding, and vessel chartering within a trading, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
Strong exposure to dealing with ship owners, charterers, brokers, shipping lines, freight forwarders, port agents, and other logistics stakeholders.
Proven ability to negotiate freight rates, charter rates, and commercial terms
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Sound knowledge of vessel operations, international shipping processes, port procedures, freight documentation, and associated costs including demurrage and detention.
Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, and ERP systems, with strong analytical, negotiation, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.