Shipping & Logistics Officer

Position Purpose

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound shipments from industrial suppliers, material suppliers, and logistics partners to support plant operations and industrialization activities
• Monitor shipment schedules and ensure timely transportation of tooling, equipment, production materials, and operational supplies
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, transport providers, suppliers, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth logistics operations
• Support transportation planning and delivery coordination across local and international supply chains
• Track shipments and proactively communicate delivery risks, delays, or operational issues

Supplier Operational Support

• Work closely with suppliers to coordinate shipment readiness, documentation, dispatch timing, and delivery requirements
• Support industrialization activities including launch shipments, prototype materials, tooling movements, and operational ramp-up logistics
• Assist production, purchasing, warehouse, customs, and planning teams with inbound logistics coordination
• Support urgent transportation and recovery activities where operational risks arise
• Ensure effective communication between suppliers, logistics providers, and and plant operations Customs, Compliance & Regulatory Coordination
• Support compliance with Saudi shipping, customs, transportation, and import/export regulations
• Coordinate shipping documentation including invoices, packing lists, certificates, and transport documentation
• Liaise with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and government authorities where required
• Monitor regulatory changes and logistics requirements impacting operations within Saudi Arabia
• Ensure logistics activities comply with company procedures and operational standards

Logistics Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Support improvements in transportation efficiency, delivery performance, and shipment visibility
• Monitor inbound logistics performance, shipment lead times, and operational risks
• Assist in reducing logistics disruptions, delays, and premium freight costs
• Support implementation of logistics processes, and operational improvements
• Contribute to development of local logistics and supplier coordination capabilities

Systems & Reporting

• Maintain accurate shipment tracking records and logistics documentation
• Support ERP, shipment tracking, and logistics reporting activities
• Prepare shipment status updates and operational logistics reports
• Escalate shipment delays, customs issues, or operational concerns to management promptly

& Experience

• Saudi National preferred
• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Minimum 3 5 years experience within shipping, freight forwarding, transportation, customs, or logistics coordination roles
• Strong understanding of Saudi logistics, shipping procedures, customs regulations, and transportation networks
• Experience coordinating with suppliers, freight forwarders, transport providers, and customs brokers preferred
• Automotive, manufacturing, or industrial supply chain experience advantageous
• ERP, shipment tracking system, and Microsoft Office knowledge preferred
• Arabic and English communication skills required

Key Competencies

• Strong coordination and organizational skills
• Good understanding of Saudi shipping and logistics operations
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Attention to detail and operational follow-up discipline
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities simultaneously
• Problem-solving mindset with proactive operational support approach
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement
• Team-oriented mindset with strong cross-functional collaboration skill

& Experience

• Saudi National preferred
• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Minimum 3 5 years experience within shipping, freight forwarding, transportation, customs, or logistics coordination roles
• Strong understanding of Saudi logistics, shipping procedures, customs regulations, and transportation networks
• Experience coordinating with suppliers, freight forwarders, transport providers, and customs brokers preferred
• Automotive, manufacturing, or industrial supply chain experience advantageous
• ERP, shipment tracking system, and Microsoft Office knowledge preferred
• Arabic and English communication skills required