Shipping and Customs Manager

About the role

Saipem is seeking a Shipping and Customs Manager to join its Supply Chain & Logistics function within project execution. Reporting to the Project Director/Technical Manager, you will ensure the safe, efficient and cost‑effective movement of purchased materials, subcontractors’ equipment and company‑provided items across the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Streamline shipping and customs activities, coordinating with Procurement, Expediting & Inspection, Asset and Operational Logistics.
• Define optimal transportation and customs schemes, including feasibility and cost assessments.
• Supervise transport and customs formalities from delivery point to final destination.
• Support tendering and supply‑chain functions by preparing transportation schemes, budgets and related inputs.
• Define overall project customs scheme during tendering and execution phases.
• Assist procurement by defining delivery terms, transport costs, packing specifications and shipping instructions.
• Liaise with Expediting & Inspection to ensure timely shipment arrangements.
• Coordinate with Logistics to define project shipping instructions and manage distribution through the Shipping and Customs Network.
• Support the Insurance department with notifications for high‑value shipments or damage incidents.
• Review and approve scope of works, purchase requisitions and technical bid evaluations related to transport agreements.
• Manage transport agreements, monitor utilization and approve related financial documents within authorized limits.
• Ensure proper archiving and traceability of all shipping and customs records.

Required profile

• Experience in managing shipping and customs activities within large engineering or construction projects.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple supply‑chain functions and stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of customs regulations and fiscal requirements relevant to international project logistics.

Required skills