Procurement and Logistics Officer

Confidentiel; Dubai; On-site; AED 320,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidentiel is seeking a seasoned Logistics Manager based in Dubai to coordinate end-to-end import logistics with a focus on ocean freight and customs clearance. You will manage shipments from suppliers to warehouses while ensuring compliance with international shipping regulations.

The role requires 7–10 years of relevant experience, strong negotiation and reporting skills, and proficiency in ERP/SAP and MS Excel. Automotive import experience is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 7–10 years of logistics experience.
• Strong knowledge of ocean freight, customs clearance and import operations.
• Experience with automotive vehicle imports or parts is a plus.
• Proficiency with ERP/SAP systems and MS Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end import logistics, including ocean freight, customs clearance and delivery.
• Liaise with international suppliers, shipping lines, freight forwarders and brokers.
• Prepare shipping docs: Bills of Lading, Invoices, Packing Lists and origin certificates.
• Manage customs clearance procedures and import regulations.
• Monitor shipments, resolve delays and ensure on-time delivery to locations.
• Negotiate freight rates and service agreements to optimize costs.
• Maintain shipment tracking and KPIs; report to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Sales, Procurement, Finance and Warehouse teams.

Skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Coordination

Reporting

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics/ Supply Chain or related field

Tools

ERP/SAP

MS Excel

Job description

To coordinate end-to-end logistics operations, with a primary focus on international ocean freight, customs clearance, import documentation and shipment coordination. The role will ensure timely and cost-effective movement of vehicles, spare parts and related products while maintaining compliance with customs and international shipping regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end import logistics operations, including ocean freight, shipping schedules, customs clearance and delivery coordination.
• Coordinate with international suppliers, shipping lines, freight forwarders, customs brokers and transport providers.
• Ensure accurate preparation and processing of shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading, Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Certificates of Origin and customs declarations.
• Manage customs clearance procedures, import regulations, duty requirements and port-related formalities.
• Monitor shipments, resolve clearance delays and ensure timely delivery to warehouses, dealerships and business locations.
• Negotiate and coordinate freight rates, shipping charges and logistics service agreements to optimise costs.
• Maintain shipment tracking reports, logistics cost records and operational KPIs.
• Work closely with Sales, Procurement, Finance and Warehouse teams to support business requirements and growing shipment volumes.
• Ensure compliance with import regulations and internal logistics procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7-10 years of relevant logistics experience.
• Strong practical experience in ocean freight, customs clearance, shipping documentation and import operations.
• Preferably experienced in the automotive industry, particularly vehicle imports, spare parts or commercial vehicle distribution.
• Sound knowledge of ports, customs procedures, shipping regulations and freight forwarding operations.
• Experience coordinating with international OEMs, suppliers and logistics service providers is an advantage.
• Good negotiation, problem-solving, coordination and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/SAP systems and MS Excel is preferred.
• International Shipping & Ocean Freight Management
• Customs Clearance & Compliance
• Import Documentation & Shipment Coordination
• Stakeholder Coordination & Problem Solving