Import Assistant / Export Assistant / Trade Documentation Assistant

Role opportunities

Import assistant duties

• Assist with import shipments, purchase orders, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs representatives; track incoming shipments and update records.
• Verify invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and related documents; follow up on customs clearance and delivery status.

Export assistant duties

• Assist with export orders and shipment arrangements; coordinate with customers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers.
• Prepare and verify export documentation, track outgoing shipments, and provide status updates.
• Support customs and shipping requirements.

Trade documentation duties

• Prepare and organize import/export and shipping documents; check them for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain records of invoices, packing lists, certificates, and shipping documents.
• Coordinate documentation requirements with internal and external teams and submit documents by required deadlines.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, International Business, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in Import, Export, Logistics, Shipping, or Trade Documentation is preferred.
• Good understanding of shipping and trade documentation; strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and coordination abilities; comfortable with Microsoft Office and business systems.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments, documents, and deadlines.
• UAE/GCC logistics or trading experience is an advantage.

Location and arrangement

• The posting lists Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and describes the work arrangement as on-site / hybrid.

Opportunity

• The posting describes opportunities to gain international trade and logistics experience and develop a career in import, export, and supply chain operations.