Freight Manager

MASA Trading FZE; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Freight Manager to enhance shipping processes and ensure timely deliveries. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with sales teams and customers to optimize shipping lanes while maintaining high-quality standards. You will be responsible for overseeing shipments, securing competitive rates, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. If you have a strong background in logistics and are passionate about delivering exceptional service, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will directly contribute to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in distribution and logistics.
• Strong knowledge of local and international shipping lines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee product from port to port and ensure timely deliveries.
• Coordinate export/import shipments and prepare necessary documentation.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Data Entry

Organization Skills

Education

Diploma in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Logistics Software (ERP)

Job description

Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Business Administration (Management)

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Job Description

As a Freight Manager, you will optimize the selection process of shipping lanes/liners, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards. You shall collaborate with the sales team and customers to enhance profitability and ensure customer satisfaction through attention to detail and excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the product from port to port
• Secure competitive rates with shipping companies and freight forwarders, ensuring timely deliveries
• Coordinate export and import shipments, prepare necessary documentation, and ensure timely submission to Finance/Logistics Manager
• Track costs for inbound shipments, update records for final billing, and close job files for Finance
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, including safety for import/export operations
• Communicate dispatch details to customers, including airway bill numbers and estimated dates of arrival
• Coordinate internally with various teams to implement solutions to customer complaints
• Monitor transport costs, delivery timelines, and performance metrics
• Assist with Purchase Order entry and support invoicing processes as required
• Any other additional tasks from time to time

Desired Candidate Profile

• Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business Administration (preferred but not mandatory)
• 8-10 years of experience in distribution and logistics
• Strong knowledge of local and international shipping lines and freight forwarders
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills
• Proficient in data entry, organization, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with logistics software (ERP)