Assistant Manager – Clearing & Forwarding

Reliance Human Resources Consultancy; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Human Resources Consultancy in Dubai is seeking an experienced logistics leader to drive business development and oversee end-to-end freight forwarding and customs clearance operations. The role covers Air Freight, Sea Freight (FCL/LCL), Heavy Lift, and Road Transportation, with a focus on UAE Customs and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates will bring 7–10 years UAE/GCC experience in Clearing & Forwarding, strong knowledge of UAE Customs and Free Zone procedures, and proven

Qualifications

• 7–10 years UAE/GCC experience in Clearing & Forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Customs, Dubai Municipality and Free Zone procedures.
• Exposure to Sales, Customer Service, Documentation and Operations.
• Experience managing logistics teams and third-party logistics operations.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development and generate new business opportunities.
• Manage end-to-end freight forwarding and customs clearance operations.
• Handle Air Freight, Sea Freight (FCL/LCL), Heavy Lift and Road Transportation.
• Manage UAE Customs, Dubai Municipality, food import permits and regulatory formalities.
• Build relationships with customers, shipping lines, airlines and transport partners.
• Prepare quotations and negotiate competitive freight rates.
• Monitor inbound and outbound shipments.
• Lead and manage the logistics team.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive business development and generate new business opportunities.
• Manage end-to-end freight forwarding and customs clearance operations.
• Handle Air Freight, Sea Freight (FCL/LCL), Heavy Lift and Road Transportation.
• Manage UAE Customs, Dubai Municipality, food import permits and regulatory formalities.
• Build relationships with customers, shipping lines, airlines and transport partners.
• Prepare quotations and negotiate competitive freight rates.
• Monitor inbound and outbound shipments.
• Lead and manage the logistics team.

Requirements:

• 7–10 years of UAE/GCC experience in Clearing & Forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Customs, Dubai Municipality and Free Zone procedures.
• Experience in Air Freight, Sea Freight, Heavy Lift, Port Operations and NVOCC.
• Exposure to Sales, Customer Service, Documentation and Operations.
• Experience managing logistics teams and third-party logistics operations.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and leadership skills.