Logistics Executive

Kemipex; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Dubai is seeking a skilled logistics coordinator to manage air and sea freight shipments, track inventory, and provide updates to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills and experience in logistics management. Preferred candidates should be fluent in Arabic. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to supply chain efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics and supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of freight forwarding processes.
• Proficiency in ERP or inventory management systems.
• Ability to analyze and negotiate freight rates.

Responsibilities

• Obtain competitive pricing for air and sea shipments.
• Secure space and timely movement of cargo.
• Solicit and evaluate quotes for logistics services.
• Maintain optimal stock levels and ensure product availability.
• Monitor shipments and provide updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Negotiation

Inventory Management

Logistics Coordination

Analytical Skills

Communication

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

Rates Requests (Air & Sea Freight)

• Purpose: Obtain competitive pricing for air and sea shipments.
• Key Duties:
• Request and compare freight rates from multiple carriers, freight forwarders, or NVOCCs.
• Maintain a database of valid rates, transit times, and surcharges.
• Negotiate spot rates or long-term contracts based on volume forecasts.
• Ensure all quotes comply with Incoterms and destination-specific requirements.

2. Bookings of Air and Sea Shipments

• Purpose: Secure space and arrange timely cargo movement.
• Key Duties:
• Create bookings with airlines, shipping lines, or consolidators.
• Provide accurate cargo details (weight, dimensions, packaging, HS codes).
• Coordinate pickup dates, container arrangements, and required documentation.
• Liaise with warehouse and freight partners to ensure dispatch readiness.

3. Float RFQs (Request for Quotations)

• Purpose: Solicit and evaluate quotes for various logistics and supply chain services.
• Key Duties:
• Prepare and distribute RFQs for freight, warehousing, customs clearance, etc.
• Define scope, volumes, destinations, service levels, and compliance criteria.
• Analyze received quotations for price, lead time, and service quality.
• Shortlist vendors and facilitate selection based on total cost of ownership (TCO).

4. Inventory Control

• Purpose: Maintain optimal stock levels and ensure product availability.
• Key Duties:
• Track and manage inbound/outbound stock in coordination with warehouse teams.
• Update ERP or inventory management systems with stock movement.
• Perform regular stock audits and cycle counts.
• Minimize stockouts, overstocking, and dead inventory.
• Coordinate with demand planners and procurement teams for replenishment.

5. Shipment Tracker and Updates

• Purpose: Monitor shipments end-to-end and provide proactive visibility.
• Key Duties:
• Track air and sea shipments from origin to destination using forwarder portals, tracking systems, or direct communication.
• Maintain live shipment dashboards (e.g., ETD, ETA, POD, exceptions).
• Inform internal stakeholders (sales, finance, operations) of delivery timelines or delays.
• Escalate and resolve issues like customs holds, port congestion, or transshipment delays.
• Handle local deliveries of shipment

Arabic Speakers are preferred for this role.