Logistics Project Coordinator

Recruitment Matters Africa Pvt Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Logistics Project Coordinator in Dubai, UAE. This role focuses on managing complex logistics operations across various industries, including mining and renewables. Candidates should have at least 3 years of freight forwarding experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential, and significant global travel is expected, including trips within the Schengen area.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in freight forwarding, preferably within project cargo segments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledge of international shipping terms and general customs specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage project logistics for customers within the mining, renewables, and industrial segments.
• Coordinate with 3rd-party logistics providers globally.
• Prepare internal and external reports on shipping progress and milestones.

Skills

Freight forwarding experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant educational background in Shipping and Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Freight forwarding/logistics systems

Job description

We are recruiting for an energetic and detail-oriented logistics professional ready to take on international projects. We are seeking a Logistics Project Coordinator to join our client’s team in Dubai UAE with a focus on managing complex logistics operations across mining, renewables, and industrial segments. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse global projects, coordinate with international partners, and travel extensively, including across Africa and the Schengen region. If you thrive in a fast-paced hands-on environment and are looking to grow your career in project logistics, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project logistics for customers within the mining, renewables, and industrial segments.
• Participate in status meetings with key account customers providing updates on project milestones, challenges, and solutions to country managers, logistics managers, and vertical managers depending on location and type of project.
• Design transport solutions to meet project requirements in terms of transit time, budget, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with 3rd‑party logistics providers globally and approved vendors in Africa.
• Oversee and supervise transport and logistics solutions worldwide, including out‑of‑gauge transport, vessel cargo handling, and coordination between stakeholders (shippers and receivers).
• Prepare internal and external reports on shipping progress, KPIs, and milestones.
• Verify shipping and cargo documentation prior to dispatch.
• Conduct on‑site cargo inspections and supervision as required.
• Carry out specific project‑related route surveys.
• Prepare cost verifications and submit for invoicing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in freight forwarding, preferably within project cargo segments.
• Relevant educational background in Shipping and Logistics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with freight forwarding/logistics systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of international shipping terms and general customs specifications.
• Technical background in transport shipping or similar fields is a plus but not required.

Competencies

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills in English.
• Independent with the ability to schedule and prioritise work effectively.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• French or Portuguese language skills would be an advantage but are not required.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to travel for projects within the Schengen area (valid visa or visa‑free passport required).
• Significant global travel, including Africa, is expected.