Senior Global Logistics and Export Coordinator

Edge Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Logistics Officer to coordinate and monitor import and export shipments, ensuring timely and cost-effective movement of goods while complying with customs and documentation.

You will work with suppliers, freight forwarders, and internal teams, managing budgets, negotiating rates, and maintaining accurate shipment records to support a high-performance logistics function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in logistics, supply chain, or a related function.
• Hands-on experience with import/export shipments and customs clearance processes.
• Experience coordinating with freight forwarders, shipping agents, transporters, and suppliers.
• Good knowledge of shipping and logistics documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Strong written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate import and export shipment schedules with suppliers, customers, and freight forwarders.
• Monitor shipments and provide timely updates to stakeholders.
• Coordinate customs clearance requirements, permits, NOCs, and shipping documentation.
• Prepare and review logistics documents including invoices, packing lists, delivery notes, and clearance/transportation letters.
• Coordinate with shipping agents on vessel schedules, delivery orders, and clearance requirements.
• Negotiate freight rates and free periods to minimize demurrage and storage costs.
• Arrange third-party transportation and logistics support as required.
• Support export shipments by obtaining competitive freight quotations.
• Coordinate with Finance on shipment and clearance-related payments.
• Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Support logistics budget preparation and monitoring.
• Ensure cost-effective and on-time delivery of outbound shipments.

Skills

Import/export shipments

ERP systems

MS Office

English (written and spoken)

Coordination with freight forwarders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Management

Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Logistics software

Job description

EDGE in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Logistics Officer to coordinate and monitor import and export shipments, ensuring timely and cost-effective movement of goods while complying with customs and documentation.

You will work with suppliers, freight forwarders, and internal teams, managing budgets, negotiating rates, and maintaining accurate shipment records to support a high-performance logistics function.