Advance your career in a field that shapes the future of warehouse automation!
Be part of our Procurement team as a Shipping Specialist — a key role coordinating inbound, outbound, offshore and local shipments to ensure timely, cost-effective deliveries aligned with project schedules. You will oversee shipment planning, documentation and tracking, collaborate with internal teams and logistics partners. You proactively resolve capacity constraints, lead‑time challenges and turn shipping insights into clearer demand forecasts, accurate planning and reliable supply continuity.
Career Development
Located in Singapore
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
Pay Transparency
Global Opportunities
Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/
Dematic is at the forefront of integrated logistics and material handling industry. We design, build and deliver innovative cutting-edge automation solutions that power the supply chains of some of the most innovative companies worldwide.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Dematic is a member of KION Group, one of the world’s leading suppliers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions. We are a global leader with 11,000 employees worldwide and a growing presence in Asia, Middle East and Africa. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where you can learn from industry experts within a close-knit team.
Handling daily shipping operations, including inbound/outbound/offshore shipments and local deliveries
Setting up project shipping and delivery plans by liaising with project managers, purchasing team with understanding of project schedules
Arranging shipping/deliveries to meet project schedules
Arranging freight bidding to ensure competitiveness by working with purchasing team
Working with suppliers to ensure goods are ready for pick-up as scheduled and getting the necessary information for bookings with forwarders
Tracking all the shipments, deliveries, and updating shipping schedules in system
Preparing the necessary shipping documents to ensure timely customs clearance
Ensure correct quotes and billings from forwarders/couriers by cross-checking invoices
Evaluating forwarders regularly by monitoring their performance and reviewing their quotation
Working closely with Site Managers to ensure cargos are delivered to site as scheduled
Working with Finance to assist with Goods Receiving in system
Ensure filing system is updated with all the shipping documents and quotations from forwarders
Preparing shipments tracking report if required by customers or Project Managers
Replying to email enquiries from Project Managers, Site Managers, customers, suppliers and forwarders promptly
Preparing reports on global shipping situation regularly
Proactively identify and assess potential shipping risks prior to shipment arrangements, including geopolitical issues, seasonal constraints, and logistics disruptions, and continuously track shipping situations and market trends to mitigate impact
Support demand forecasting activities by providing timely and accurate shipping insights, capacity constraints, and lead‑time trends to improve planning accuracy and supply continuity.
Strong knowledge of import/export regulations and customs clearance processes across multiple countries
Strong proficiency in shipping documentation (e.g., Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin)
Good knowledge of Incoterms and their practical application in global shipments
Knowledge of trade compliance requirements and documentation audit standards is advantageous
Ability to handle complex or urgent shipments under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, project environment
Basic commercial awareness, including cost control and freight cost optimization
Good negotiation skills when dealing with logistics vendors (e.g., freight forwarders, shipping lines, couriers) are advantageous
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
Data analysis and reporting skills (e.g., shipment tracking, KPI monitoring, cost analysis) are advantageous
Good time management and strong organisational skills, with attention to detail in documentation and reporting
Strong verbal and written communication skills; fluency in spoken and written
Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive, proactive, and supportive attitude
Strong team player with the ability to collaborate across functions to resolve issues
Ability to work independently to resolve issues arising from late deliveries or customer complaints
Ability to work under pressure and effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Minimum 3 – 5 years of relevant experience in project-based shipping/logistics, preferably in an international environment
Hands-on experience in managing end-to-end shipping coordination (planning, documentation, execution, and tracking)
Experience working with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and carriers to ensure timely delivery and compliance
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, SyteLine) and shipping-related modules will be advantageous
Exposure to project logistics (oversized cargo, special handling, or cross-border project shipments)
Are looking to make your move? Then you’ve come to the right place! We are the KION Group, and the world of supply chain solutions is our home. KION is shaping world trade – globally, regionally, locally. We ensure that supply chains reach their full potential: fast, efficient, smart, sustainable and reliable.
Our 42,000 employees make a real difference, helping us to become who we are today: The Supply Chain Solutions Company. Our people’s passion is innovating, automating, and orchestrating solutions for our customers’ supply chains.
Would you like to be part of our international team? We can offer you interesting jobs and exciting career opportunities in an innovative, rapidly-growing, and forward-looking industry.
With us, you benefit from numerous development opportunities in a global group, including the possibility of working at one of our locations abroad on a temporary basis. Regardless of which of our sites you work at, the KION values—integrity, collaboration, courage, and excellence—shape how we act and how we work with colleagues, managers, customers, suppliers, and applicants both at home and abroad.
KION is the architect of global, regional and local supply chains. Our brands are well established:
Dematic is the global leader in intelligent supply chain and automation solutions. The Linde Material Handling and STILL brands serve the premium and higher value segments of the industrial truck market. Baoli focuses on industrial trucks in the lower value and economy segments.
As a provider of comprehensive supply chain solutions with a worldwide service network, KION has a global presence and a regional focus on the needs of its customers. KION brands keep the world moving.
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