Operations Manager – Logistics & Shipping

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Dubai seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee international logistics, shipping, and trade operations. You will manage high-volume container movements and ensure cost-effective delivery while maintaining strong partner relationships.

The role requires 8–10+ years in logistics, proven Africa-to-global shipment expertise, and a track record of leading large freight teams. You will drive strategic planning and optimize global freight operations.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of experience in logistics, shipping and trade operations.
• Proven experience managing 300+ containers per month.
• Strong background in Africa-to-global shipments.
• Established relationships with global shipping liners.
• Expertise in shipping, trade planning and international logistics.
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily logistics, shipping, and international trade operations.
• Manage high-volume container shipments with timely, cost-effective delivery.
• Coordinate Africa-to-global shipments and optimize international freight operations.
• Build and maintain relationships with global shipping liners and logistics partners.
• Develop shipping and trade planning strategies to improve efficiency.
• Monitor shipment performance, resolve operational challenges, ensure service quality.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support smooth supply chain operations.

Skills

Logistics management

Shipping coordination

Trade planning

Leadership

Global freight operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Job description

A leading organization is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee international logistics, shipping, and trade operations in Dubai. This role is ideal for a highly organized professional with extensive experience managing large-scale freight movements and coordinating global shipping activities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient logistics operations, maintaining strong relationships with shipping partners, and managing high-volume container movements, particularly across Africa-to-global trade routes. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven logistics professional to take on a strategic leadership role.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily logistics, shipping, and international trade operations.
• Manage high-volume container shipments while ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Coordinate Africa-to-global shipments and optimize international freight operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with global shipping liners and logistics partners.
• Develop effective shipping and trade planning strategies to improve operational efficiency.
• Monitor shipment performance, resolve operational challenges, and ensure service quality.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support smooth supply chain operations.

Requirements

• 8–10+ years of relevant experience in logistics, shipping, and trade operations.
• Proven experience managing more than 300 containers per month.
• Strong experience handling Africa-to-global shipment operations.
• Established relationships with global shipping liners.
• Experience in shipping, trade planning, and international logistics.
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Strong knowledge of

• International logistics and shipping operations
• Global trade planning and container management
• Freight forwarding and shipping liner coordination
• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field