Logistics Officer

Company Description

We are constantly growing and are currently looking for a Logistics Officer to join our top qualified and knowledgeable Supply Chain team in one of our newly awarded projects in UAE and support the Logistics Operations project.

Job Description

• Initiate and obtain Quotations from selected Freight forwarders, Transporters & Customs Brokers with specific reference to a shipment
• Prepare import / export documentation as assigned and required
• Liaise with different sites and suppliers for shipment collection and delivery of material
• Liaise with freight forwarder, brokers & transporters to ensure smooth shipment from start till end
• Escalate shipping issues to concerned stakeholders as soon as they arise
• Organize and control delivery of material, equipment, parts etc. from vendor’s origin to project site by deploying most efficient transportation mode (land, sea or air), and by utilizing established frame agreements with Service providers at the balance of safety, costs and time.
• Provide effective shipment visibility and traceability at all time during project execution
• Provide to the service provider in charge of shipment (forwarding agent, carrier, etc.) all instructions and documents required for a successful execution
• Administer and retain transport/shipping and other statutory documentation i.e. custom forms, exemptions, approval etc. to meet audit and legal requirements
• Work to approved logistics procedures and processes in accordance to AGNV policy and other requirement within the Company’s Integrated Management System (IMS)
• Review logistics performance and activate close-gap or mitigation measures to ensure continuous improvement across the function
• Ensure rules and regulations of Customs and other regulatory bodies are being fully adhered to for all permanent and temporary importation/exportation of materials, equipment and parts for project consumption
• Provide estimate and recommend logistics costs as required by the project
• Fulfill System documentation and data entry requirements for effective record keeping and reporting
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to uphold and secure AGNV Integrated Management System (IMS) and processes and procedures.

Qualifications

What you will need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics (Preferred from a recognized/ reputed University)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the same field preferably in freight forwarders handling project cargo
• Preferred – Specific knowledge of Customs rules & regulations, project cargo, freight forwarding Good Awareness about import / export requirements of material and equipment to/from Saudi Arabia
• If you have a transferable IQAMA the better
• Ability to do verbal and written communication in English (Working excellence)What it is nice to have:

• Previous work experience in EPC industry, Import / Export company or multinational Freight Forwarding company.You are someone who:

• Is outgoing and skilled communicator
• Is able to work both independently and as team, exercising professional judgment and coordination skills
• Is passionate about field of expertise and determined to succeed

Additional Information

Competitive salary and benefits are part of the offering, yet the real joy comes from being a member of smart and passionate teams, within an international leading EPC Group on a mission that matters. We create mega construction projects - literally around the globe - with meaningful impact on the local communities for the years to come. At Archirodon, you will find a proud, productive and human-centric culture, caring for and building on our people and their development!

Please note that you will be contacted only in case you are shortlisted for an interview. In the meantime, do not hesitate to stay in touch and keep monitoring our open vacancies and our LinkedIn page! Depending on the nature of the position and its associated compliance risk level, a background check on your profile may be carried out.

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