Freight Forwarding Manager – International Logistics

With over 20 years of experience, LW Group has established itself as a trusted partner in raw material trading and supply chain management. Operating through 12 offices worldwide, we combine global reach with a personalized, agile approach. While modest in size compared to industry giants, we are driven by innovation, efficiency, and deep regional market expertise.

Our strong presence across global and regional markets allows us to redefine how raw materials move across continents. We are now looking for a Freight Forwarding Manager who is curious, ambitious, and ready to work in diverse cultures and complex, non-standard environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage end-to-end international transportation of cargo (primarily rail and sea), ensuring timely, safe, and cost-effective delivery.
• Design and optimize freight routes from Central Asia to global destinations , selecting the most efficient combinations of rail, sea, and multimodal transport.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping lines, rail operators, and port authorities to manage smooth cargo movement, including loading, unloading, and transshipment activities.
• Prepare and evaluate freight costing, rate negotiations, and budget planning , ensuring maximum cost efficiency without compromising delivery timelines.
• Analyze logistics data, including transit times, freight costs, route performance, and risk factors to continuously improve transportation efficiency.
• Proactively manage shipment execution, identify bottlenecks, and resolve operational challenges related to delays, customs clearance, or route disruptions.
• Maintain strong coordination with customs agents, ports, and international logistics partners to ensure compliance with global trade regulations and smooth cargo clearance.
• Lead logistics planning and execution for bulk shipments, ensuring proper cargo handling, container utilization, and safety standards .
• Drive continuous improvement in logistics operations by identifying better routes, reducing transit time, and optimizing overall supply chain costs.
• Manage all operational documentation including BL, invoices, packing lists, freight contracts, and customs documentation, with accuracy and compliance.

What We Expect from You

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in freight forwarding or international logistics operations (mandatory).
• Proven experience in route planning, freight costing, and cargo movement management across rail and sea.
• Strong understanding of Central Asia, Far East, and Southeast Asia trade routes , including multimodal transportation.
• Established network with shipping lines, freight forwarders, transporters, and logistics vendors .
• Practical knowledge of container planning, cargo handling, transit risk management, and cost optimization .
• Solid understanding of Incoterms, customs procedures, and international shipping documentation .
• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to independently manage shipments from planning to delivery.
• Excellent negotiation, coordination, and stakeholder management skills in an international environment.
• Analytical thinker with the ability to make data-driven logistics decisions (cost vs time vs risk) .
• Fluent in English (spoken and written) is mandatory.

Why Join LW Group?

• Exposure to global supply chain operations across multiple regions
• Work with diverse cultures and international teams
• Opportunity to handle complex, high-impact logistics projects
• Be part of a growing organization focused on innovation and transformation