Logistics Operations Specialist - UAE
Role Overview
Join the Group Logistics Operations team supporting end-to-end logistics solutions to and from Africa.
Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, manage customer requirements, and work with local offices, partners, and service providers.
Deliver efficient, compliant, high-quality logistics operations in a fast-paced environment.
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Job Description
Join the Group Logistics Operations team supporting end-to-end logistics solutions to and from Africa.
Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, manage customer requirements, and work with local offices, partners, and service providers.
Deliver efficient, compliant, high-quality logistics operations in a fast-paced environment.
Job Requirements
- Proven experience in freight forwarding and logistics operations.
- Strong knowledge of logistics processes and customer service principles.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced logistics environment.
- Proactive and collaborative workstyle with accountability for results.
- Detail orientation and strong problem-solving capabilities.
Job Responsibilities
- Manage, monitor, and coordinate inbound and outbound shipments across Africa.
- Lead RFQs and drive pricing activities.
- Collaborate with local offices and partners to ensure operational efficiency.
- Review and manage customer requirements and provide proactive customer service.
- Identify and execute logistics solutions for customers and OBT offices.
- Prepare for and participate in business review meetings with key account customers, providing KPI updates on milestones, challenges, and solutions.
- Ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory policies, standards, and requirements.
- Maintain high service-quality standards and resolve operational issues promptly.
- Support local offices with complex shipment requirements and problem-solving.
Job Benefits
- Work with an established pan-African maritime and logistics company with regional presence.
- Gain exposure to shipping, supply chain, freight forwarding, and project logistics.
- Work across maritime, oil and gas, heavy-lift, warehousing, and supply-chain sectors.
- Collaborate with an experienced international team and access career-growth opportunities.
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