Logistics Coordinator

Overview

• Plan and coordinate shipments across all four transport modes — Air, Sea (FCL/LCL), Road, and Rail
• Manage freight forwarder, shipping line, and carrier relationships for all modes of transport
• Negotiate freight rates, transit times, and service levels with logistics service providers
• Monitor shipment movement from origin to destination and resolve delays proactively
• Coordinate with airlines, GSAs, and air freight forwarders for AWB generation and documentation
• Manage dangerous goods (DG) classification and compliance for air cargo (IATA DGR)
• Handle FCL/LCL bookings with shipping lines and NVOCC operators
• Manage Bill of Lading preparation, amendment, and surrender — Original, Telex Release, and Express Release
• Coordinate import/export clearance at Jebel Ali Port (JAFZA) and other UAE ports
• Track vessel schedules, ETD/ETA, and manage demurrage and detention
• Manage domestic (UAE) and cross-border (GCC) road transport — FTL/LTL movements
• Apply correct INCOTERMS 2020 across all purchase orders, sales contracts, and shipping instructions
• Prepare and verify all shipping documentation — Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, BL, AWB, Customs Declaration
• Submit import/export declarations via MIRSAL II / Dubai Trade portal
• Coordinate with UAE customs brokers for smooth clearance and resolve holds
• Manage and evaluate freight forwarders, customs brokers, and transport vendors on performance
• Maintain live shipment tracker for all inbound and outbound movements
• Prepare weekly and monthly logistics MIS reports covering freight costs, transit times, and KPIs
• Coordinate internally with procurement, warehouse, finance, and sales teams