Junior Associate Logistics Operations

Junior Associate - Logistics Operations
Location: Bahadurabad, Karachi
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Shift Timing: 06:00 PM - 03:00 AM (PST)
Job Type: Full-Time (On-Site)

We are looking for a motivated Junior Associate to join our logistics operations team supporting US-based freight brokerage activities. The ideal candidate will have practical experience across various freight and logistics functions, capable of managing shipments independently from origin to destination. This role requires strong coordination skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
- Manage freight movements from booking through to final delivery, ensuring smooth operations at every stage.
- Coordinate effectively with carriers, truckers, customers, warehouses, shippers, and receivers to facilitate timely shipments.
- Source and negotiate with carriers to secure cost-effective and profitable transportation solutions.
- Handle import and export drayage operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
- Oversee Full Truckload (FTL), Less Than Truckload (LTL), and air freight shipments.
- Prepare and maintain all necessary logistics documentation, including Bills of Lading (BOL), Delivery Orders (DO), Proof of Delivery (POD), Release Documents, Rate Confirmations, Load Confirmations, invoices, and other supporting paperwork.
- Maintain proactive communication with customers, providing timely shipment updates and addressing inquiries.
- Manage customer invoicing processes and coordinate payments with carriers.
- Resolve operational disputes, service failures, detention issues, and delivery exceptions promptly and professionally.
- Keep accurate records within internal systems, customer portals, and operational trackers to ensure data integrity.
- Respond promptly to client and carrier communications to maintain high service levels.
- Monitor shipments continuously and address any operational bottlenecks or delays proactively.
- Support warehouse and third-party logistics (3PL) coordination activities as needed to ensure seamless operations.

Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a 3PL, freight brokerage, trucking, transportation, or logistics operations environment.
- Hands-on experience managing shipments from initiation through to completion.
- Prior experience working directly with US-based customers and carriers is essential.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your logistics career within a dynamic and growing organization focused on US freight brokerage. The role demands a proactive approach, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multiple stakeholders.

If you have a passion for logistics and are eager to contribute to a fast-moving team, this role will provide valuable exposure and professional growth.