Operations Manager – Export Logistics & Shipping

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Dubai seeks an Operations Manager to lead export logistics and shipping operations. You will manage international shipments, coordinate with carriers, and ensure compliance with JAFZA customs and Dubai Customs procedures.

The role requires strong negotiation, vendor management, and cost optimization skills, with hands-on oversight of port operations, Mirsal 2, HS codes, and Incoterms 2020.

Qualifications

• Experience leading international export logistics and shipping operations.
• Deep knowledge of JAFZA customs regulations and Dubai Customs procedures.
• Proficient with Mirsal 2, Jebel Ali Port operations and HS codes.
• Strong understanding of Incoterms 2020 and trade compliance.
• Proven ability to negotiate with carriers and manage vendors.
• Ability to optimize logistics costs under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end export operations from origin to destination.
• Coordinate with shipping lines and freight forwarders for schedules.
• Lead customs clearance activities and regulatory compliance.
• Negotiate rates and service levels with carriers and agencies.
• Monitor port operations and optimize throughput and costs.
• Drive continuous improvements and develop a high-performing team.

Skills

International shipping

JAFZA customs

Mirsal 2

Incoterms 2020

Port operations

Negotiation

Vendor management

Cost optimization

ERP SAP/Oracle

Advanced Excel

Leadership

Deadlines

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Title Operations Manager Export Logistics Shipping Department Export Operations Location Dubai UAE Employment Type Full-TimeThe ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing international export logistics and shipping operations within a manufacturing or industrial environment with strong practical expertise in JAFZA customs clearance Dubai Customs procedures Mirsal 2 and Jebel Ali Port operations The candidate should be capable of independently managing complex export shipments negotiating with shipping lines and freight forwarders supervising customs clearance activities optimizing logistics costs and leading a high-performing export operations team

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of international shipping, freight forwarding, and export logistics.
• Excellent understanding of JAFZA customs regulations, Dubai Customs procedures, and Mirsal 2.
• Knowledge of customs declarations, HS codes, duty requirements, and Free Zone cargo movements.
• Strong understanding of Incoterms 2020 and international trade compliance.
• Experience managing containerized cargo, shipping schedules, and port operations.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and cost optimization skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and operational reporting skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage high-volume export operations under tight deadlines.