Manager - International Freight and Clearing

About This Role

Empowering Progress Through Integrated Supply Chain & Logistics Solutions

Red Sea Coastal Trading Company is a specialized supply chain and logistics subsidiary under Red Sea Global, designed to power the seamless delivery of materials, equipment, and services across our portfolio of pioneering developments.

Operating at the heart of Saudi Arabia’s most ambitious regenerative tourism projects, the subsidiary delivers end-to-end supply chain management, including procurement support, transportation coordination, inventory and warehouse management, and last-mile logistics to remote destinations across the Red Sea coast and beyond.

With a focus on efficiency, reliability, and environmental responsibility, the team ensures that every link in the supply chain supports Red Sea Global’s commitment to sustainability, operational excellence, and local value creation.

Efficiency in Motion. Excellence in Delivery.

Position Overview:

A Freight Forwarder a crucial role in the transportation and logistics industry. They are responsible for coordinating the movement of goods from one location to another, ensuring that shipments are delivered efficiently and securely. Freight Forwarders work closely with clients, carriers, and other logistics professionals to ensure that shipments are handled smoothly throughout the entire supply chain process.

Supply Chain and Logistics

• Coordinate and manage all aspects of the shipment process, including booking, documentation, and customs clearance.
• Communicate effectively with clients, suppliers, and carriers to ensure smooth and timely delivery of goods.
• Arrange transportation and logistics services, such as trucking, shipping, and air freight, to meet the specific needs of each shipment.
• Prepare and process necessary shipping and customs documents, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, and export/import documentation.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and customs requirements.
• Track and monitor shipments to ensure on-time delivery and proactively resolve any issues or delays that may arise.
• Provide exceptional customer service by promptly addressing any inquiries or concerns from clients and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Optimize shipping routes and methods to minimize costs and improve efficiency.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices to continuously improve the freight forwarding process.
• Collaborate with other members of the logistics team to streamline operations and improve overall supply chain performance.

Policies, Systems, Processes, Procedures, Standards and Reports

• Follow all relevant functional policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions to ensure that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely functional MIS statements and reports to meet corporate and functional requirements, policies, and standards.

Safety, Quality & Environment

• Apply safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls to ensure employee safety, legislative compliance, delivery of high-quality products/service and a responsible environmental attitude.

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of department’s systems, processes and practices considering ‘international best practice’, improvement of business processes, cost reduction and productivity improvement.

Qualification and Experience :

• Recognized degree in Data Science, Analytics or Data Management related field (MBA preferred).
• A minimum of 9 years in a supply chain and logistics operations field (preferred).
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills.