Logistics Specialist

Job summary

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate domestic and international shipments, including imports and exports.
• Arrange transportation, freight forwarding, and delivery schedules with carriers and logistics providers.
• Prepare and verify commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and delivery notes.
• Track shipments and update stakeholders on delivery status, delays, and potential issues.
• Coordinate with suppliers, customers, warehouse teams, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
• Ensure compliance with customs requirements, import/export regulations, and company procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock movements to meet operational needs.
• Maintain accurate logistics records, shipment reports, and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to reduce transport costs, improve delivery performance, and optimize processes.
• Resolve shipment discrepancies, delivery problems, damaged goods, and other logistics issues.
• Monitor supplier and carrier performance against agreed service levels.
• Support budgeting, cost control, and operational reports; ensure goods are handled, stored, and transported safely.

Qualifications and requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Previous experience in logistics, transportation, shipping, freight forwarding, or supply chain operations.
• Knowledge of import/export procedures, customs clearance, and shipping documentation.
• Familiarity with logistics management systems, ERP software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Incoterms knowledge is an advantage.
• UAE customs and regional logistics experience is an advantage for roles based in the UAE.

Key skills

• Shipment planning and tracking; freight and transportation coordination.
• Inventory and warehouse coordination; import/export documentation and customs clearance coordination.
• Vendor and supplier management; cost control and process improvement.
• Reporting and data analysis; time management and problem-solving.

Pay

• AED 4,000–5,000 per month.

Work location

• Work location is in person.