Shipping & Admin Assistant

Office Admin / Secretary / Receptionist

About the Employer

Job Description

Eko Land Produce is a Sri Lankan agricultural produce business in Digana, near Kandy. We connect quality local harvests with markets at home and abroad. As we grow our export operations, we're looking for a detail-driven Shipping & Documentation Assistant to keep our shipments moving smoothly and our paperwork airtight.

WE ARE HIRING!

THE ROLE: SHIPPING & ADMIN ASSISTANT

You'll assist the end-to-end shipping and documentation process for our export consignments — making sure every shipment leaves on time, every document is accurate, and every customer receives exactly what was promised.

  • Prepare and process export documentation: invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, phytosanitary certificates, and bills of lading
  • Coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and customs agents to schedule and track shipments
  • Communicate with the Sri Lanka Customs Department and relevant regulatory bodies (e.g., Department of Agriculture) for export clearances
  • Support in compliance with import regulations of destination countries
  • Track shipments from dispatch to delivery and proactively resolve delays or discrepancies
  • Maintain accurate records of shipments, documentation, and correspondence
  • Coordinate with the production/packing team to align dispatch schedules with harvest and order timelines
  • Communicate shipment status and documentation to buyers and internal stakeholders

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Previous experience in the above or an admin role
  • Written and verbal English
  • Experience in costing, documentation, Excel or similar

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Hands-on role with direct exposure to Sri Lanka's agricultural export sector
  • A small, close-knit team where your work has visible impact

Send your CV and portfolio to: info@ekolandspices.com / 0777809500

For more information, visit our web at ekoland.lk/home