Logistics Manager External

Acme Automation; Dubai; In loco; AED 400.000 - 700.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Acme Automation in Dubai seeks a seasoned Logistics Leader to own external logistics, imports/exports, and cross-trade operations. You will guide a small team, coordinate with procurement, and drive cost-efficient freight strategies while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include managing SAP TM workflows, customs procedures, and landed cost analysis, with a focus on accurate reporting and timely delivery across air, sea and road modes.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Business Logistics or related field.
• SAP TM / SAP S/4HANA logistics training or certification is an advantage.
• Professional certification in logistics or supply chain (e.g. CILT, CSCP, FIATA Diploma) is an advantage.
• Valid UAE driving licence preferred.
• Experience in freight forwarding and external logistics in UAE.

Mansioni

• Oversee all external logistics activities including imports, exports, cross-trade by air, sea and road.
• Lead and supervise the Logistics team and coordinate with Procurement and Project Managers.
• Negotiate rates with forwarders, lines, airlines to reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with JAFZA, Dubai Customs and Dubai Trade procedures.
• Manage SAP TM processes and landed cost calculations for shipments.

Conoscenze

SAP S/4HANA

Freight forwarding

JAFZA Dubai Customs

Incoterms 2020

Negotiation skills

MS Excel

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Business

Strumenti

SAP TM

SAP S/4HANA

MS Office

Dubai Trade

Descrizione del lavoro

b RESPONSIBILITIES amp AUTHORITIES b

Take overall responsibility for all external logistics activities including imports exports re-exports and cross-trade by air sea and road customs clearance freight forwarding and local deliveries in line with IMSP-30 External Logistics Procedure and JAFZA regulations nbsp Lead guide and supervise the Logistics Coordinator and Logistics Assistant Coordinator assign daily priorities and monitor performance nbsp Supervise and monitor the day-to-day tasks carried out by the Logistics Assistant Coordinator to ensure they are completed accurately and on time as listed below Driver scheduling material passes belt applications MOFAIC attestations Zajel customs declaration submissions BOE submissions and Dubai Trade customs reports Air shipment bookings with couriers and freight forwarders and timely international shipment status updates on the tracking board Courier and freight forwarder billing for both AIF and AIHT including export bills checked against shipments and SAP TM records before processing Marine insurance for import and export shipments for both AIF and AIHT Vendor credit applications CAF with forwarders and logistics service providers Petty cash handling and the uploading of invoices and petty cash on Alaan ensuring receipts are complete approved and reconciled nbsp Identify and recommend new freight forwarders based on market assessment coordinate with Procurement for registration in the Approved Forwarder List and evaluate forwarder performance periodically nbsp Decide the mode of shipment air sea or road in consultation with Procurement and Project Managers based on urgency cost and volume and award shipments to approved forwarders based on best rates schedules and service capability nbsp Authorise forwarder bookings by email and ensure booking instructions AWB B L details and shipment documents are accurate and complete nbsp Negotiate rates and develop strategies with forwarders shipping lines airlines and transporters to streamline processes and reduce freight and logistics costs nbsp Oversee customs documentation for import export re-export and cross-trade from to Jebel Ali Free Zone ensuring compliance with JAFZA Dubai Customs and destination-country requirements nbsp Handle export documentation procedures according to the client s region and destination-country requirements including commercial invoices packing lists and certificates of origin process certificates of origin and document attestation through the Dubai Chamber preferential certificates of origin e g GCC GAFTA CEPA through the Ministry of Economy SEPA requirements where applicable and legalisation through MOFAIC and the relevant embassies or consulates nbsp Oversee Dubai Trade applications including Bill of Entry Exit Local Goods Entry Pass LGP DP World and JAFZA PCFC gate passes Out Gate Passes and exit forms for duty tax claims nbsp Own the SAP S 4HANA Transportation Management TM process for all incoming shipments Create Inbound Create Freight Unit Create Freight Order Create Freight Settlement Create PO ensuring shipping and freight costs are captured accurately and the total landed cost is calculated for every shipment nbsp Ensure freight orders and freight settlement documents in SAP TM are created on time and match forwarders final invoices resolve cost variances with Accounts before MIGO and MIRO are processed nbsp Coordinate with Internal Logistics Stores on shipment arrival document handover material inspection and return of documents for SAP MIGO MIRO processing nbsp Track purchase orders and sales orders to plan inbound and outbound freight meeting the purchasing budget and customer lead times nbsp Monitor all shipments end to end and provide timely status updates to Procurement Project Managers Sales and customers nbsp Ensure correct application of Incoterms in purchase and sales orders and arrange marine cargo insurance as applicable

b JOB SPECIFICATIONS Requirements b

Our operations use SAP S 4HANA as the standard ERP system with SAP Transportation Management TM used to plan and settle freight capture shipping costs and calculate the landed cost of incoming shipments nbsp Strong hands-on knowledge of SAP S 4HANA TM freight units freight orders freight settlement charge calculation landed cost and its integration with SAP MM PO MIGO MIRO nbsp In-depth knowledge of JAFZA Dubai Customs and Dubai Trade procedures HS code classification Incoterms 2020 and import export documentation nbsp Proven experience managing freight forwarders 3PL providers shipping lines and transporters with strong negotiation skills nbsp Good knowledge of air sea FCL LCL and road freight operations including dangerous goods and project oversized cargo nbsp Financial understanding of logistics budgets cost control freight invoice verification and landed cost analysis nbsp Knowledge of Health amp Safety requirements for loading transport and delivery of heavy industrial goods nbsp Ability to lead a team work systematically under tight deadlines and write accurate reports for senior management nbsp Proficient in MS Office particularly Excel with excellent written and verbal communication skills

b b b QUALIFICATION b

Bachelor s degree in Business Logistics Supply Chain Management or a related field nbsp SAP TM SAP S 4HANA logistics training or certification is an added advantage nbsp Professional certification in logistics or supply chain e g CILT CSCP FIATA Diploma is an advantage nbsp Valid UAE driving licence preferred

JOB SPECIFICATIONS (Requirements)

Our operations use SAP S/4HANA as the standard ERP system, with SAP Transportation Management (TM) used to plan and settle freight, capture shipping costs, and calculate the landed cost of incoming shipments. Strong hands-on knowledge of SAP S/4HANA TM (freight units, freight orders, freight settlement, charge calculation, landed cost) and its integration with SAP MM (PO, MIGO, MIRO). In-depth knowledge of JAFZA, Dubai Customs, and Dubai Trade procedures, HS code classification, Incoterms 2020, and import/export documentation. Proven experience managing freight forwarders, 3PL providers, shipping lines, and transporters, with strong negotiation skills. Good knowledge of air, sea (FCL/LCL), and road freight operations, including dangerous goods and project/oversized cargo. Financial understanding of logistics budgets, cost control, freight invoice verification, and landed cost analysis. Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements for loading, transport, and delivery of heavy industrial goods. Ability to lead a team, work systematically under tight deadlines, and write accurate reports for senior management. Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. QUALIFICATIONBachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. SAP TM / SAP S/4HANA logistics training or certification is an advantage. Professional certification in logistics or supply chain (e.g. CILT, CSCP, FIATA Diploma) is an advantage. Valid UAE driving licence preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 5 years of experience in freight forwarding, import/export, or external logistics, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role in the UAE. Hands-on experience with JAFZA free zone customs procedures and Dubai Trade is required. Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA TM or other SAP logistics modules is preferred. Experience in intralogistics, industrial equipment, engineering, or project cargo is preferred. Experience in a manufacturing company is an advantage.